Areca Palm, Golden Cane, Dypsis Lutescens

Additional Care and Maintenance Tips

DISCLOSURE
Please note Areca Palms are susceptible to some yellowing and browning of the bottom leaves, stress from shipping and natural growth will cause the bottom fronds to yellow before browning, some level of maintenance is needed, trimming the frond once they begin to brown is needed, you may prune the frond from the bottom section of its own stem about an inch from the main trunk, this will also help the plant remain vibrant and promote new growth while exposing the main trunk.

WATER MANAGEMENT FOR ARECA PALM - Areca Palm do enjoy frequent watering, 6 inch Pot plants, every 3-4 Days, 10-12 inch Pot plants, every 4-5 days

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS - Areca Palm enjoy bright indirect light, they can adapt to lower lighting conditions, however if bright light is available it is optimal and will encourage a higher rate of growth.

HUMIDITY, most Tropical plants can benefit from regular moisture, a humidifier or regular misting is recommended regularly during winter months.

PLACEMENT AND TEMPERATURE - Selecting the right location for your plant indoors or outdoors is very important, make sure the plant does not receive air draft from near by AC/Heating vents, or warm air if close to a freezer.

FERTILIZING – No need to fertilize right away, We fertilize our plants during the production phase with slow release fertilizer which can last an additional 2-3 months supplying residual nutrients to the plant. Once you do decide to fertilize You may use a fertilizer formulated for interior plants, preferably a slow release fertilizer 180 days duration, fertilize during spring or fall base on label instructions.

CLEANING, REGULAR MAINTENANCE - Areca Palm tree leaves are large elongated stemming from individual fronds, exercise care when cleaning since leaves are very tender. Simply add a few drops of dish soil to a cup of water, wet a soft cloth and manually wipe off dust off the leaves, is a simple solution that is inexpensive and works well without damaging the plant.

INSECTS OR DESEASES - Here’s another plus, Areca Palm is not regularly affected by pests, however in the event that scale, mealy bugs, or mites are found to affect the plant, they can be controlled by applying horticultural neem oil that can be sprayed directly onto the insects, A second and third treatment, when using oils, will be necessary. Space out the sprays at 2 weeks intervals to break up the mealybug life cycle.

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We hope that you enjoy your new plants! We grow and care for our plants from cuttings, seeds or liners, we hand select the best quality available before shipping to your home or office. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns. Our friendly customer service team is here to help.

More Frequently Ask Questions

Is it safe to ship plants by mail?

We Believe it is, let us prove it, our success rate of shipping plant(s) online is well over 99%.

How do you measure height for indoor plants?

For indoor plants we measure approximate height from the bottom of the pot to the top of the plant.

Are plant(s) purchased online guarantee?

All plants are guarantee for a period of 30 days, We offer a Satisfaction Guarantee Policy.

Can I order during winter months?

Yes you can, however most Tropical plants are sensitive to extreme cold conditions, once cold temperatures are expected to fall below freezing it will not be safe to ship life plants, we carefully manage shipping decisions during winter months and determine when is safe to ship, please be advise we may need to hold orders until conditions are appropriate to safely ship the plants.