mountain palm
Cordyline indivisa
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
9 - 11
Flowers:
Greenish-white to purplish-brown Flowers
Sun:
part shade,full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
bronze,green,purple,pink
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
When it comes to watering mountain palms, the soil should be kept moist, but not soggy. Mountain palms need approximately 1 to 2 inches of water per week. It is best to water the palms at their base and avoid getting the leaves wet. The palms should receive less water in the winter months when the temperatures are cooler.
sunlight
Mountain palm plants prefer full sun, though they can tolerate partial shade. The ideal amount of light for this species is 8-12 hours of sunlight per day. This can be provided either in the morning or late afternoon, but it is best to give them the most sunshine in the middle of the day.
pruning
Pruning for mountain palm should be done in late winter to early spring, when the plants are dormant. Remove any dead or damaged foliage to stimulate new growth. Pruning should be done conservatively, since mountain palms grow slowly and cutting away too much can damage the plant.
