the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, you heard of the “Adapt a Sapling ” now the Village is promoting “Adopt A Palm” You can foster one of the Ridgewood’s Central Business District palm trees for the winter month’s helping to keep the Village Central Business District beautiful .
- Light: Palms require bright, indirect sunlight to grow successfully indoors. Place your palm near a window with filtered or diffused sunlight. Avoid exposing it to direct, intense sunlight, as this can scorch the leaves.
- Temperature: Palms generally thrive in temperatures between 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C). They can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures but should be protected from drafts and cold air.
- Humidity: Palms prefer higher humidity levels, which can be challenging to maintain indoors, especially during the winter months when indoor heating can dry the air. Increase humidity by using a humidifier, placing a tray of water and pebbles near the plant, or misting the leaves regularly.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch or two of the soil to dry out before watering again. Be sure to use a well-draining potting mix. Reduce watering during the winter when growth slows.
- Potting and Container: Choose a container with drainage holes to prevent water from pooling at the bottom. Repot your palm when it becomes root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Use a larger pot with fresh potting mix during repotting.
- Fertilization: During the growing season (typically spring through early fall), feed your palm with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 4-6 weeks. Reduce or suspend fertilization in the winter when the plant is less active.
- Pruning: Trim yellowing or dead fronds (leaves) regularly to maintain the palm’s appearance and promote air circulation. Use clean, sharp pruning shears.
- Pest Control: Keep an eye out for common indoor plant pests like spider mites and scale insects. If you notice any pests, treat the plant with neem oil or insecticidal soap.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Provide adequate space between palm trees and other houseplants to ensure good air circulation and prevent the spread of pests or diseases.
- Monitoring: Regularly inspect your palm tree for signs of stress, disease, or nutrient deficiencies. Address any issues promptly to keep your palm healthy.
- Patience: Palms are generally slow growers, so don’t be discouraged if you don’t see rapid growth. With proper care, they will gradually flourish.
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Yeah , adopt a palm but cut down the trees in Schedler Park. Oh the irony.
The village shade tree department is probably five years behind in maintenance.
Maybe more than that.
Oh, it’s about potted palms……………………….
I thought they were talking about fostering and feeding the members of the VC (except for one) dinner……….
Oh, wait? Same thing??????????????????
Utterly ridiculous. All this effort, and for what? So we can have palm trees at these latitudes? Who makes these decisions? Was my money involved?