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- Is the Chinese hemp palm in this country hardy?
- Your minimum temperature: - 18 ° C
- Wet is more dangerous than frost
- Protect the leaves better to avoid damage
- Indoor hibernation: recommended in rough locations
- Care in winter time
- Tips
The Chinese hemp palm copes with temperatures of up to -18 ° C
Is the Chinese hemp palm in this country hardy?
Palm trees make you want to holiday and are reminiscent of sun, beach and sea. The Chinese hemp palm is in contrast to many other palm trees undemanding and easy to care for. Even in the field, she is sometimes planted in this country. Does that mean that she is hardy?
Your minimum temperature: - 18 ° C
Due to their homeland, the Chinese hemp palm tolerates a temperature minimum of -18 ° C. It can therefore be easily overwintered in this country outside, without being provided with a protection. Even as a container plant, for example, it can stay on the balcony or terrace.
Wet is more dangerous than frost
The Chinese Hemp Palm reacts less sensitively to frost than to winter wetness. Especially her root area and her palm heart are sensitive to moisture. Make sure you have a good drainage in the substrate.
Protect the leaves better to avoid damage
If temperatures fall below -10 ° C, the leaves of this plant should be protected. Otherwise, leaf damage threatens to a fall in the sheet fan. Put the Chinese hemp palm in a protected location! It is also advisable to tie the leaves together at the top.
Indoor hibernation: recommended in rough locations
Who lives in particularly rough situations, should put his Chinese hemp palm in the winter. Also in the first 3 years of life of this plant an indoor wintering is appropriate. However, the palm should not come into the heated living room ...
Are suitable between 5 and 10 ° C cool tempered rooms. For wintering, the rooms should be bright. The rule is: the cooler, the less light is required.
If Chinese hemp palm trees are overwintered indoors, there is an increased risk of infection by spider mites, mealybugs and scale insects. Make sure that the earth never dries out and spray the fronds if necessary.
Care in winter time
During winter time, note the following:
Tips
The number one cause of death is wet. Therefore keep your Chinese Hemp Palm from winter wetness, if possible put it in a sheltered place and pour away excess water in the coaster!