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HydroCare plants are planted in hydrogranules instead of using soil.
Hydrogranules are manufactured from clay pellets that are baked at high temperatures to make them expand, a process a bit like making popcorn.
The open structure of the hydrogranules allows water and nutrients to be stored and released, creating the optimum conditions for indoor plants to thrive as well as simplifying maintenance requirements.
Too much sun isn't fun! If leaves are fading, bleaching or spotting, the palm is receiving too much direct light. Placing on an east or west-facing windowsill will provide it with the right level of light.
Reaching new heights! In the wild, the Chamaedorea Elegans can grow up to 8 feet tall!
The Parlour Palm is shade tolerant but if flowering is what you're after, pop it down somewhere bright!
Chamaedorea elegans is shade tolerant, however brighter locations with plenty of indirect sunlight will help the Parlour Palm thrive and even encourage flowering.
Keep an eye on the water meter. When it has been on minimum for 7 to 10 days, it's time for a watering. See our HydroCare set up guide for more information.
This plant thrives in average household temperatures: anything above 18°C, and needs a minimum of 10°C in winter and at night to ensure the plant does not suffer.
Can tolerate some dry, indoor air, however increased humidity will help stave off brown leaf tips. Consider giving your palm the occasional misting with lukewarm water. This will also help keep the leaves dust-free.
Add a Hydroculture liquid feed every 2 to 3 waterings during spring and summer months.
Chamaedorea elegans is a slow growing palm which usually reaches an ultimate indoor height between 1 and 1.5 metres.
Please note: each plant is unique so available heights are approximate and the plant you receive may vary by ±10%
The Parlour Palm is non-toxic, therefore safe around small children and pets.
This plant filters airborne toxins like benzene and formaldehyde and is part of our clean air plant collection.
Chamaedorea elegans is native to Mexico and Central America.
HydroCare plants have a lot of benefits over soil plants:
Moisture Levels: The open structure of the hydrogranules creates optimum moisture levels around the roots of the plant. Water stored in hydrogranules below the roots will be gently drawn up through capillary action for the roots to absorb. No more dried out roots or root rot.
On Demand Nutrition: Adding a HydroCare liquid feed to your watering regime allows the plant to draw in nutrients at its own pace. No more scorched leaves or stunted growth from over-fertilisation.
Watering: A water meter on the side of the grow pot indicates the amount of water left in the hydrogranule reservoir below the roots. When it reaches the minimum level wait for 1-2 weeks then simply top it back up to the optimum level. The plant will pull water from the hydrogranules according to its needs so there is no risk of over or under watering and watering is less frequent.
Root Health: The open structure of our pH neutral hydrogranules allows air to circulate around the roots keeping them healthy and because they do not compact over time there is no need to top up.
HydroCare plants are adapted to these conditions and develop a smaller more fleshy root system making the plant more hardy and in a smaller grow pot meaning you have a wider choice of decorative planter styles. The requirement to repot as the plant grows is also significantly reduced.
Pest Control: Hydrogranules are an inert medium that is less susceptible to pests, fungi and bacteria which means healthier plants with less risk of disease.
When you buy a HydroCare plant, you need a few other bits and pieces to assemble the plant in your chosen planter or plant pot. Think of getting a HydroCare plant as a solution that needs to be assembled rather than just a plant.
We have a simple step by step video guide to assembling the HydroCare plant in a plant pot but essentially you need 5 things for hydro heaven:
1. The HydroCare plant in its hydroculture grow pot.
2. A water meter to slot into the side of the hydroculture grow pot.
3. A waterproof plastic liner for your decorative pot. Each HydroCare plant has an associated hydro kit that includes a waterproof liner to fit the hydroculture grow pot of the plant and a size tip to help you choose a decorative pot that will accommodate the specified waterproof pot liner for the plant.
4. Extra hydrogranules to fill around the grow pot and make a nice finish on top.
5. Hydroculture plant food, specifically formulated for use with hydrogranules.
"Look deep into nature and then you will understand everything better."
~ Albert Einstein ~
We believe in the power of plants to lift the spirit, calm the mind and clean the air.
