The relatively undemanding plant was very popular 100 to 150 years ago. It is the only Aspidistra that is cultivated as a houseplant. The formerly widespread use of the shoemaker palm as a houseplant was mainly due to its easy care. It often stood on the window frames of workshops or in the shop windows of cobblers and…
Palm trees conjure up a Mediterranean flair in the garden, on the balcony and terrace. But hibernation is often very expensive. Hardy palm trees can help here. There are several species in the Palmae family that can easily withstand low temperatures and spend the winter outdoors. Varieties that survive low temperatures should also be protected in winter. Frost hardy…
One of the most popular indoor plants is the golden fruit palm. With its feathery evergreen leaves, it brings a touch of exotic flair to the living room. The palm tree grows relatively slowly, but with good care it can become very old and therefore very large. Then it is better off in a conservatory with its sweeping…
The yucca or palm lily is often known as a houseplant. There it usually grows with a tall stem that can reach several cm in diameter and forms a radiating crown. The yucca belongs to the succulents and does not appear to be very hardy. In fact, of the approximately 50 known varieties, only about 10 are suitable…