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10 July 2011
How to Grow Palm Trees
Palms are in high demand for gardens and an obvious choice for your plant nursery. Whether you plan on growing a giant Palm in the yard or caring for a dwarf Palm in your home or nursery, Palms are easy to grow and available at online Palm nurseries (NationalTropicalPlants.com.au).
Follow the Palm’s Care Instructions. Knowing a palm’s particular species and characteristics will give an advantage to caring for the palm. Never assume that your particular Palm can survive in the conditions of others. An example: Although most Palms love plenty of sun, the Parlour Palm is an exception. Due to its ability to grow beneath the dense canopies of the rainforest, the Parlour Palm actually thrives in lower light conditions. On the contrary, the giant Bangalow Palm craves hours of full sun.
Palms are generally happier in a rich, moist, well-drained soil. Most palms desire, very warm climates with lots of sun and plenty of water. They need plentiful water but palms also benefit when the soil dries between watering. The general rule is that palms like warm weather and lots of water but some palm species could also withstand frost.
If the specific plant’s needs are met then your Palm will survive with little maintenance. In an ideal environment, the lifespan of a palm can range from 40-100 years depending on the species. There are really no unusual pests or diseases so strong winds tend to be the biggest concern for young Palms.
When choosing a palm, buy them young and save money.
Seedlings and small plants are cheaper than purchasing full grown palms. Many people have a greenhouse, shed, or area in the home used as a plant nursery. These are the perfect places to raise baby palms into adolescents that will be transplanted to the garden, patio or into the home. Starting your own Palm nursery would require providing an area with adequate heat, spacing, soil, moisture and shelter (baby Palms need protection from too much sun and heavy winds).
Starting a Palm Nursery
Caring for a Palm nursery is similar to caring for plants in any nursery. Although, Palm seeds vary in strength and because some shells are thick, you must wait. This is very important, depending on the species or the random thickness of the seed-shell, some seeds may take a year to sprout so they will need patient care as the seedling grows within the shell.
Buy Palm Seedlings Online to increase the selection. Not all species are available at the local nurseries but buying young palms or seeds online from a reputable plant nursery is a common way to get your exact palm and stay within your budget (NationalTropicalPlants.com.au).
If you plan on transplanting your Palms to the garden then consider the landscape restrictions for the future growth of the Palm. The Palms start small but depending on the species, your baby Palm may grow to a Giant which will cause a hazard to overhead electric lines or building structures. Most palms will only need several feet of moist dirt and will be non invasive but consider the size of the species’ mature trunk width and the habits of the palm fronds and roots.
How to Grow Palm Trees in a Pot
Palm plants can easily be grown indoors, on the deck or in an enclosed patio. Indoor palms are easy to grow because they require the usual conditions: warmth, light and moisture. When potting your palm, make sure it has a large pot to prevent tangled roots and that there is space for good drainage. The pot should also be strong enough to support the palm. For more versatility indoors, select a palm that is light weight and has a short maximum height. Also search for a palm that grows well in shady areas.
The Power of Palms
Palms are marvellous beauties that often stand alone and gather plenty of attention. Their grand statures and unique sprawling fronds highlight their surroundings and contrast colours with their browns, greens, and yellows. The essence of the tropics can be grown from one seedling in a Palm nursery and the availability online has inspired many people to add Palms to their gardens and homes. If you have considered growing Palms then buying a low price seedling is an easy and cheap way to get started.
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