How Often to Water a Kentia Palm

Howea forsteriana · Difficulty: Easy

Palm 🐾 Non-toxic to cats & dogs

☀️ Summer / active growth Every 7-10 days

❄️ Winter / dormant Every 14-18 days

Care Snapshot

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Yellowing fronds and a soggy pot for many days after watering indicate overwatering; the roots rot if left standing in water.

Brown, crispy frond tips and overall drooping fronds show up when the plant has dried out too much for too long.

One of the most tolerant palms for lower-light rooms; growth and water needs both slow considerably in winter.

Kentia palms are famously forgiving of neglect - when unsure, wait a few extra days rather than watering on a strict schedule.

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