The Areca palm is native to Madagascar. Rainy and dry seasons alternate there. This means that when caring for the palm tree as a houseplant, it is watered frequently in summer and less frequently in winter. How to water Areca palms correctly.
How should you water an Areca palm?
In order to water the Areca palm properly, it should be watered regularly and thoroughly in summer, but without waterlogging. In winter, the water supply must be reduced at temperatures below 18 degrees, while the bale must never dry out completely. Use soft water for the palm tree.
Water the Areca palm properly
In summer, the Areca palm needs a lot of water. Water them regularly and thoroughly. However, the palm tree does not tolerate any waterlogging, so you should immediately pour off any excess water in the saucer.
The Areca palm likes it a little cooler in winter. It will then also be watered less. As soon as temperatures fall below 18 degrees, reduce water supply. But the bale must never dry out completely.
Use soft water to water palm trees.
Tip
To avoid diseases, pests and brown leaves, you should increase the humidity in the room. This is especially true in winter when the rooms are heated and the air is therefore very dry.
