The care of areca palms indoors isn’t difficult, but the plant won’t tolerate neglect. Water them often enough to keep the soil lightly moist in spring and summer, and allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings in fall and winter. Plant in a well-draining soil and water lightly, keeping the soil consistently moist, but not soggy. Fertilize areca palm plants with a time-release fertilizer in spring. This gives the plant most of the nutrients it needs for the entire season. The fronds benefit from a micronutrient spray in summer. Do not feed areca palm plants in fall and winter. Now that you know how easy areca palm care is, why not head out to Megatek and pick up one of your own. Growing areca palm trees indoors will be well worth the trip with all that lush, beautiful foliage to brighten up the home.
Technical specification
Scientific name: Dypsis lutescens
Temperature: Abundant indirect light 10 to 27°C
Terrain: Indoor plant soil mix, well drained
Watering: Almost dry out between watering.
Fertilizer: Universal fertilizer, liquid or granular