Date palms are also such popular houseplants because their growth is comparatively slow. They don't need to be repotted as often. While the date palm grows quite tall in nature, it remains relatively small when cared for in a pot.
How fast does a date palm grow indoors?
The growth of a date palm is slow and steady. In nature they reach a height of up to 25 meters, while in indoor cultivation they usually do not grow higher than five meters. Repotting is only necessary every four to five years when the roots outgrow the pot.
Date palms grow slowly
In nature, the growth of a date palm reaches up to 25 meters. When grown indoors, it usually does not grow higher than five meters. The fronds grow up to 60 centimeters wide.
It takes time for a date palm to outgrow its container or pot. You therefore do not need to repot date palms as often as other houseplants.
It is usually enough if you plant the palm tree in a new pot every four to five years. It's always time to move when the roots grow out of the bottom of the planter or the date palm pushes over the edge of the pot.
Tip
The growth of a date palm in a pot can be limited. If you prune the root ball a little before transplanting, the palm tree will grow even more slowly.
