jelly palm

If growing in pots, use a loam-based compost and position in full sun. Water freely in summer and apply a balanced liquid feed weekly. In very cold areas the pots should be moved to a sheltered corner or greennhouse over winter. In milder areas plant into the ground in spring, selecting a sheltered site where the ground does not become waterlogged. See palm cultivation outdoors for further information

No pruning required

Propagate by sowing seed at 25°C in spring

May be susceptible to red spider mite and scale insects if grown under glass

Generally disease-free