How to Take Care of a Dwarf Palm Tree
Dwarf palm trees prefer warm, humid environments. Here are some tips for caring for one.
You Will Need
- Sunlight
- Well-draining soil
- Water
- Fertilizer
- Palm tree specialist
- Container (optional)
- Vermiculite (optional)
- Peat moss (optional)
- Potting soil (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Plant the tree
Plant the dwarf palm where it will get full sunlight in soil that drains well.
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If you plant the tree in a container, use a soil mixture of one part vermiculite, one part peat moss, and one part potting soil. Make sure the container allows water to escape freely.
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Step 2
Keep the soil moist
Keep the soil around the tree evenly moist. Water the tree daily for the first two weeks after planting by letting a hose run slowly at its base. Later, reduce watering to two or three times a week. Water in the morning or evening, not at mid-day.
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Step 3
Fertilize
Fertilize the tree two or three months after planting. Use a time-release fertilizer and follow the instructions on the package for frequency of application.
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Step 4
Consult a palm tree specialist
Consult a palm tree specialist when the tree needs to be pruned. The tree's foliage protects the tree from extreme weather and high winds, so over-pruning can harm the tree.
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While vacationing in Fiji in 2006, Rolling Stones' guitarist Keith Richards suffered a concussion after falling out of a palm tree.
