The Parlour Palm was popular with the Victorians being display in their parlour rooms when entertaining guests (hence their common name) and remains a firm favourite to this day. An elegant plant, easy to look after, with excellent air purifying qualities. They are undemanding in terms of light, water, temperature, humidity and feed, making them perfect for those of us that like low-maintenance plants. With their bright green leaves on clusters of long slender arching stems, this plant is a classic indoor favourite. Light and Water They are shade tolerant and brighter, indirect sunlight will encourage flowering. They can also tolerate some dry, indoor air, but does better with a little extra humidity and will appreciate the occasional misting with lukewarm water. This will also help keep the leaves free of dust. Brown leaf tips are an indication that the plant is not getting enough humidity.
A graceful and attractive palm, with closely growing upright stems and long arching linear leaves that will create a handsome focal point in any room. Still one of the most popular houseplants and it is easy to see why as it is so versatile and easy to look after. This palm does best in warm, humid conditions. A popular houseplant, the Areca palm is fairly easy to care for as long as you don’t over-water it. Although it is a heavy feeder, its fronds may yellow if it is over-fertilized. Don’t be alarmed about sooty flecks that develop on the palm’s sheaths as they occur naturally and are not a sign of disease or pests. Light and Water Although they like a warm atmosphere don't place it near a radiator or heat source and choose a brightly lit spot but not in direct sun. A bright indirect light spot will suit it best. Water regularly through the growing season with soft water, or rainwater but let the surface of the soil dry out slightly before watering again. Reduce watering through the winter months. These plants need humidity so mist the leaves regularly or stand on a tray of damp pebbles with some water. Lastly wipe of any dust from the palm fronds/leaves from time to time and trim off fronds/leaves if they yellow and dry out.
The Howea Forsteriana or more commonly known as the Kentia or Thatch Palm is a relatively slow growing palm eventually reaching up to 10m in height with 3m fronds. This size makes a perfect addition to any home offering longevity over the years before you need to think about repotting it. They are one of the best at re-moving air toxins such as formaldehyde, ammonia and carbon monoxide from the air, this makes it an ideal home and office plant. It is native to Lord Howe Island in Australia. Light and Water The plants are quite forgiving and tolerant of low light conditions but do prefer an area that receives indirect light indoors. Good locations are living rooms, bright corridors or offices near but not in front of windows as direct sunlight can be harsh on the plants. You can also choose to keep your plant outdoors during the warmer months in a somewhat shaded location. Kentia palm plants are fairly drought tolerant, although they do not like to be overly dry, or for that matter overly wet. Water only when the top inch or so (2.5 cm.) of soil starts to dry out. Mist indoor Kentia palm occasionally to provide some humidity and to remove any dust build-up. Palms, in general, require minimal pruning. Over pruning may cause irreversible damage to the trunk. You should, however, remove old leaf bases by gently pulling; do not force them off, which can cause permanent scarring or open up injury for trunk rot disease.
While its common name is Madagascar Palm, this is not actually a true palm but a but a succulent plant na-tive to South Africa and the island of Madagascar. The plant produces a single spiny trunk topped by a spray of long narrow leaves that give it the appearance of a small palm tree. Very decorative with a unique, sculpture-like appeal when grown as a single specimen indoors. Low-maintenance and an excellent choice for anyone new to growing houseplants making it a perfect quirky gift! It may not be the most popular plant to stumble across in the average nursery or garden shop, but for anyone who likes a unique easy-going indoor succulent, this could be your perfect match. Light and Water This is a sun-loving houseplant so always pick the sunniest spot you have. They'll still do pretty well in bright conditions, but anything considered "medium" light or lower should be avoided. These plants put out almost all of their new growth during the Summer. So, in theory, you could bring your plant indoors to a slightly lower lit location over late fall, winter and early spring before moving it outside to a sunny spot. If you want a thriving Pachypodium water yours liberally in the Summer months whenever the soil dries out. In Winter you should cut back to prevent the roots rotting in the cooler conditions, instead only water sparingly. Perhaps once or twice a month at most.
Affectionally called the “Ponytail Palm” for its tall stalk and the wispy trailing leaves growing from its top or sometimes the “Elephant’s foot” for the way it branches once it reaches maturity. With multiple tufts of curling leaves, not only does this offer a talking point for its unusual looks, it's easy to care for! Suitable for home offices, desks, or any well-lit room that could use a low maintenance plant. A slow grower too, but over the years if kept well it can reach heights of 2m with multiple branches become a real statement piece! Part of what makes this plant interesting to look at is the bulb-like base that holds onto water (which means you don't need to water it very often). This Ponytail Palm does not need humid air, so copes well with central-ly heated rooms. Light and Water Place in a well-lit room with some access to direct sunlight. Water well, making sure the excess water drains away freely. These plants dislike overwatering, so let the compost get quite dry before repeating the process again.
Tall, elegant and leafy are the defining features of any palm and the kentia palm is no exception. It stands tall and proud with elegantly arching stems, fanning out to finger-like leaves. Great for adding nature to vertical spaces and providing a big impact for smaller floor spaces.
A must have plant for year-round interest in your garden with it’s extremely colourful bright pink and deep purple foliage. A stunning architectural palm bearing sword-shaped leaves makes a great feature plant in patio pots or as part of a mixed herbaceous border. This variety is evergreen and performs best when planted in a sunny position.#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B21415DD"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B21415EE"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}
A must have plant for year-round interest in your garden with it’s extremely colourful bright pink and deep purple foliage. A stunning architectural palm bearing sword-shaped leaves makes a great feature plant in patio pots or as part of a mixed herbaceous border. This variety is evergreen and performs best when planted in a sunny position.#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B21415DD"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B21415EE"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}
Approximately 1m tall the Areca Palm originates from Madagascar. This medium sized palm tree with a small trunk can grow up to 20m with pinnate shape feather like leaves branching off. Enjoying a light spot in the home enjoys natural light, keep away from doorways or anywhere that may incur a draft. During spring and summer you should maintain a slightly moist soil, sensitive to fluoride in tap water, distilled or bottled water recommended, water sparingly as overwatering is a sure fire way to kill it. Fertilise in spring and summer only needs magnesium and iron feeds with little salts.#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B210E1B1"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B210E1C2"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}
Adding a focal point to a room or as part of an indoor attractive display grow in containers a great way of bringing the outdoor in. With strong sword shaped leaves Yucca or Palm Lily as it is also known, enjoys indirect light position and as with most Palms ensure light moist soil fairly drought tolerant as it stores its water in its trunk as a buffer. Sensitive to overwatering never let it sit in a tray of water.
This Monarda (Bee Palm) Collection features three perennial favourites which will attract scores of butterflies, bees and other beneficial pollinating insects to your garden throughout the summer months. Their vibrant colours are set off to perfection by the bright, aromatic foliage. A good choice for any herbaceous border or planter display. #html-body [data-pb-style="60599B215B099"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="60599B215B0A9"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}