How Do You Care For Kentia Palm?
Kentia palm (Howea forsteriana) is an elegant plant that can create a tropical atmosphere in any home. A native to Lord Howe Island near Australia, this plant has thin trunks with long green leaves or fronds. It is a durable, slow-growing plant, which is also suitable for indoor container growing. It can grow to 12 feet in height. However, a Kentia palm plant needs the right conditions to thrive indoors. To care for Kentia palm properly, pay attention to correct lighting and watering levels. Plant your Kentia palm in potting soil mix that drains well and contains sand and peat. The pot used for planting should have a hole in the bottom so water can drain quickly. Once planted, the plant can stay in the container for three to five years before it needs repotting. Place the plant in a room or area that receives bright indirect light. If spotting appears on the top fronds of the plant, this is an indication that it is getting too much bright light. Water the Kentia palm only when the top
