It takes many years for a hemp palm to reach its final height of up to 15 meters. As with all palm species, growth is slow. Hemp palms only grow faster with proper care and in a favorable location.
In a suitable location, the hemp palm drives about 10 new leaves per year
How much does a hemp palm grow per year?
The growth of a hemp palm depends on the right location and good care. Up to ten new leaves develop each year.
Fewer new leaves appear in unfavorable locations and the hemp palm grows more slowly overall.
Why doesn't the hemp palm grow?
If the hemp palm does not grow or stops growing altogether, the wrong location or poor care are usually responsible.
- lack of light
- too much / too little moisture
- nutrient deficiency
Hemp palms need a lot of light. In dark locations they do not form new leaves. Only if the palm receives at least two to three hours of direct sunlight every day will the growth rate increase.
In addition, the hemp palm must be properly watered and fertilized. It tolerates neither complete ball dryness nor waterlogging.
No rest in winter
In contrast to other palm species, the hemp palm does not rest in winter, but continues to grow. However, the growth rate is much slower than in summer.
The reason for this is to be found in the lack of light during the winter. The sun shines too seldom to ensure sufficient growth.
A hemp palm should also be watered regularly in winter. If necessary, you can also fertilize them, as long as you don't overdo it.
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A hemp palm is considered adult when the stem height is about one meter. From this point on, hemp palms begin to bloom. The palm is dioecious, meaning it bears either male or female flowers.