How does the coconut palm feel most comfortable on the balcony?
Of course, north-facing balconies are not suitable for coconut palms, because these plants need a lot of sun. South or southwest exposure, on the other hand, is well suited. You should protect young plants from too much direct sunlight in the first year and only put them in direct sunlight in the second year.
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On so-called tropical nights, when the temperatures do not drop below 20 ° C, the coconut palm can of course stay outside. However, if it gets cooler than around 16 to 18 ° C, it is better to bring your palm into the house.
Here are some things to keep in mind:
- sheltered location
- a lot of sun
- pour enough
- do not leave outside on cool nights
- high humidity or spray regularly
Don't forget to pour
A lot of watering is also important for a coconut palm on the balcony, as is regular spraying with lukewarm water. Use lime-free water for this so that your coconut palm does not get any unsightly limescale stains on the leaves.
Hibernate the coconut palm
In the winter You must never leave your coconut palm on the balcony. Because it is absolutely not frost-proof. It stops growing at temperatures below 16 ° C. A winter garden or a heated greenhouse would be ideal for overwintering your coconut palm.
It tolerates slightly lower temperatures than in the summer months, less water and no fertilization during this time. But it needs just as much light as in summer, namely around 12 hours. You can achieve the ideal lighting with a daylight lamp.
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With a coconut palm you can create tropical flair on a sunny balcony and create a little holiday mood in the dreary everyday life.
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