Watering palm plants is one of the most important tasks in the care of a potted palm tree. It is also one of the most common mistakes made by novice plant owners. Too much or too little water can cause irreparable damage to your prized palm tree.
In this article, we will discuss how often you should be watering them and other related topics.
How Often To Water Palm Plant
How often you should water your palm depends on the type of palm. Most palms need to be watered every 1-2 days. Some can go 3-4 days without water and some can go longer than a week without needing to be watered.
There are several factors that determine how often your palm will need to be watered, including:
- The size of the plant – large palms need more frequent watering than small ones because they have more soil to soak up moisture.
- How many leaves it has – leafy or fronded plants like coconut palms need greater amounts of water than those with minimal foliage such as sago palms.
- The temperature outside – if it’s hot and dry out, then you’ll want to make sure that your plant gets plenty of water so that its roots don’t dry out completely (this could kill them).
How Much Water Does Palm Tree Need
It all depends on the type of palm and the climate it’s in.
If you live somewhere with a hot, arid climate (think Arizona or New Mexico), you may want to water your palm every other day. If you reside in a colder area (for example Minnesota), you can probably go without additional watering for up to two weeks at a time—and still, be just fine!
If you have an indoor palm tree, chances are high that it will require more frequent watering than its outdoor counterparts. This is because indoor environments tend to be more humid, which means that plants receive more moisture from their environment than they would if they were exposed directly to wind and sun outside.
What Is The Best Time To Water Palm Plant?
The best time to water your palm plant is in the morning. When you water it in the morning, the plant has all day to dry out, and don’t have to worry about it getting too wet.
It’s also important that you do not over-water your plant because if left standing in water for too long, it can cause root rot. If there is a heavy thunderstorm or rainstorm forecasted outside, this would be a good time to give your palm tree some extra love and attention by watering daily until the storm passes through.
How To Tell When Your Palm Plant Needs Water
It’s pretty easy to tell when your palm plant needs water—it’ll start drooping. But that doesn’t mean you should just go ahead and give it water every time it starts looking sad! Too much water can be just as bad for a palm plant as not enough, so it’s important you know what your plant needs. Here’s how to tell when your palm plant needs water:
1) Check the soil around the base of the plant. If it’s dry, that means it could use some watering.
2) Check for a layer of brown or yellow leaves at the bottom of the pot—if there are any, that means there isn’t enough moisture in the soil for them to stay green and healthy.
3) Put your finger into the soil at least half an inch (1 cm)—if it’s dry down there, then give your plant some water!
How to Water Palm Plant
There are many ways to water palm plants. Here are some of our favorites:
1. Watering can: This is a great tool for watering your palms. Simply fill up the watering can with water, and pour it into the pot until it’s completely saturated. Then let the excess drain out before repeating the process until your plant is fully hydrated.
2. Hose: If you have access to a hose, you can use that as well! Just make sure that you don’t soak the soil too much, and let any excess run off before watering again (if needed). This method is better than using a watering can if you have multiple palms or pots because it allows you to get more at once without having to refill your container every time.
3. A bucket: If neither of these options works for you, try using a bucket instead! Fill up your bucket with water from your sink or faucet, then dump it into each pot until they’re full enough that no more water comes out when trying to remove them from their containers (which means no more than about 1/4 inch at the bottom).
How Long Can Palm Plant Go Without Being Watered?
In general, you can usually get away with one to two weeks between waterings as long as the weather isn’t too hot or cold.
However, if the climate where you live is particularly dry or humid, you may want to consider watering more frequently (once every week). If it’s rainy season where you live and your plant is getting plenty of rainwater, then watering once every two weeks should do just fine.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are a few things to consider when it comes to watering your palm plant. Most palm plants that are grown outdoors will require water every couple of days, especially if it’s growing in full sun. If your palm plants are grown indoors, you can water them once or twice per week.
