The Areca palm is native to Madagascar. Rainy and dry seasons alternate there. This means that when the palm is cared for as a houseplant, it is watered frequently in summer and less frequently in winter. How to water areca palms properly.
In the field, the Areca palm needs less water
Water the areca palm properly
In summer, the Areca palm needs a lot of water. Water them regularly, penetrating. However, the palm tree does not tolerate waterlogging, so you should pour off excess water in the saucer immediately.
In winter, the Areca palm likes it a little cooler. It will then be watered less. As soon as the temperature drops below 18 degrees, reduce the water supply. However, the bale must never dry out completely.
Use soft water for watering palm trees.
tips
To avoid diseases, pests and brown leaves, you should increase the humidity in the room. This is especially true in winter when the rooms are heated and the air is therefore very dry.