It takes many years for a hemp palm to reach its final height of up to 15 meters. Like all palm species, growth is slow. Hemp palms only grow faster with proper care and in a favorable location.
How does the hemp palm grow and what influences its growth?
The growth of a hemp palm depends on location and care and develops up to ten new leaves per year. Sufficient light, correct watering and fertilizing are important. The palm tree also grows in winter, but more slowly than in summer.
How much does a hemp palm grow per year?
The growth of a hemp palm depends on the right location and good care. Up to ten new leaves develop per year.
In unfavorable locations, fewer new leaves appear and the hemp palm grows more slowly overall.
Why doesn't the hemp palm grow?
If the hemp palm does not grow or stops growing completely, the wrong location or poor care are usually responsible.
- Lack of light
- too much/too little moisture
- Nutrient Deficiency
Hemp palms need a lot of light. They do not produce new leaves in dark locations. Only if the palm tree receives at least two to three hours of direct sunlight every day will the growth rate increase.
The hemp palm also needs to be watered and fertilized properly. It can neither tolerate complete dryness nor waterlogging.
No break in winter
Unlike other palm species, the hemp palm does not take a break in winter but continues to grow. However, the growth rate is much slower than in summer.
The reason for this is the lack of light during winter. The sun shines too rarely to ensure sufficient growth.
A hemp palm should be watered regularly, even in winter. If necessary, you can also fertilize them if you don't overdo it.
Tip
A hemp palm is considered adult when the trunk height is approximately one meter. At this point, hemp palms begin to bloom. The palm tree is dioecious, so it bears either female or male flowers.
