A potted ponytail palm is a perfect accessory to any large space in your house. The waterfall-like leaves make it a fun and eye-catching addition to your plant collection.
When grown indoors, the ponytail palm has limited growth...
Frequent replanting into a slightly bigger container allows the plant to grow wider and taller. You should do this in early spring or summer. If you’re thinking about transplanting your ponytail palm in the garden, this is also the right time...
Plant your ponytail palm in well-draining soil that’s mixed with sand. If you’re keeping it inside, choose the sunniest room in the house. Place it near a window, but don’t expose it to direct sunlight. Control the humidity; these plants need low humidity areas...
Ponytail palms don’t need much water. They’re succulents and need a dry, low humid environment. You can easily kill it if you keep on watering it every day along with your other plants. During winter, you can water the plant less than once a week...
Ponytail palms can grow up to 30 feet in their natural desert habitat in eastern Mexico. This plant is part of the succulent family, so it’s tolerant of less water, low humidity, and rare fertilization...