Kentia Palm

I had a serious problem with slow recovery from transplant shock when moved as large specimens on my Kentia Palm earlier this year. Caught it late and had to work hard to bring the plant back. The experience was frustrating but educational. Now that it's healthy again I can fully appreciate instant…

I started with one Kentia Palm and now have four, all from propagation. The process is straightforward once you understand avoiding cutting healthy green fronds as this stresses the plant — something I picked up from trial and error rather than any guide. I display them in a Mediterranean or exotic…

I'm a busy person and can't give every plant the attention the books recommend. Here's what I've learned about the minimum viable care for Kentia Palm. planting in free-draining soil to prevent crown rot is genuinely non-negotiable — skip this and the plant declines noticeably. Everything else, I'v…