In our latitudes, hemp palms even grow in the garden all year round, but can also be grown in pots as houseplants. The hemp palm does not require much care. Nevertheless, you should pay attention to a few things so that the palm tree grows well. How to properly care for hemp palms in the house or garden.

The hemp palm likes a slightly higher humidity

How is the hemp palm properly watered?

Hemp palms should never dry out completely, but do not tolerate waterlogging. Water the palm regularly with low-lime water. Watering is only done when the top layer of the substrate has dried out several centimeters. Do the thumb test.

Excess irrigation water must be poured off immediately so that the roots are not too damp.

Why should you spray hemp palms indoors more often?

The humidity in the house is often very low. The plant then develops brown leaf tips. If you lightly spray the hemp palm more frequently, the humidity will increase accordingly.

What are the causes of brown leaves on hemp palms?

  • lack of light
  • poured too much
  • too dry
  • frost damage
  • Sunburn behind panes of glass
  • nutrient deficiency (rare)

How are hemp palms properly fertilized?

Liquid fertilizer is given every two to three weeks. Apply slow-release fertilizer twice a year at most.

Basically, you have to make sure that you do not over-fertilize the hemp palm.

Does a hemp palm tree have to be cut?

Like all palm trees, hemp palms are not cut. They only have one growing point and will die if you cut it. You can cut off any brown leaves.

When is it time to repot?

You only have to repot hemp palms every four to five years, as the palm does not grow as quickly.

In the field, the hemp palm stays in the same place. Transplanting doesn't make sense since you won't get the long taproots out of the ground.

What diseases and pests can occur?

  • sooty mold
  • aphids
  • Red spider mites

Sooty mildew is a fungal disease caused by aphids. It is noticeable by a gray coating. It does little harm to the palm tree. Growth is slightly inhibited. Simply wash off the plaque and get rid of the aphids.

How do you overwinter hemp palms outdoors?

Hemp palms are planted outdoors at the earliest when they are four years old. They are hardy to -18 degrees, but must be protected from moisture.

It makes sense to cover the leaves with burlap or garden fleece and spread a layer of mulch on the ground.

How do you overwinter hemp palms in tubs?

Hemp palms in buckets can stay outside up to -6 degrees. If it gets colder, the palm tree must be overwintered in a cool but bright place.

A hemp palm that you keep indoors all year round, keep it cooler over winter. Water less.

tips

The propagation of a hemp palm takes place via seeds. However, to grow new hemp palms, you need a lot of patience. It takes years to grow into a robust plant.

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