In this video, we check in with Marco, the Parlor Palm that was repotted in Part 1. Marco has greened up and is doing well after being repotted. He’s not quite ready yet for potting up to a larger pot, so we fertilize him in this video.
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Welcome to HealthyHouseplants.com, where we teach you all about gardening indoors. In today’s video, we’re checking in on Marco, a plant featured in our revival series. He was repotted on July 31st, and now, just over a month later at the beginning of September, he is showing strong new growth. New stalks and fresh green fronds are excellent signs that he has successfully established in his pot.
Parlor palms—and palms in general—use a lot of nutrients, so the greening of Marco’s foliage shows recovery from earlier nutrient deficiency. Although his pot may appear small, it is actually the correct size for preventing root rot. Overpotting—placing a plant in a pot that is too large—can slow growth and cause excess moisture around the roots. When Marco was potted, he followed a two-thirds plant to one-third pot ratio, which is ideal. Once he outgrows that ratio, he will be potted up to the next size.
Marco had not been repotted for a long time before joining the revival series, which contributed to his earlier decline. Now that he is recovering, he does not need another repotting yet, but he does need added nutrients. Palms are heavy feeders, so fertilizer is essential.
To fertilize, we are using Green Gourmet Houseplant Food. Insert a wooden dowel into the soil to create holes spaced one to three inches apart depending on pot size. Sprinkle a small amount of fertilizer—typically ¼ to ½ teaspoon—into each hole. This method places the fertilizer directly into the root zone, where nutrients and mycorrhizae can activate properly.
Many instructions say to sprinkle fertilizer on top of the soil, but this can wash away or take a long time to reach the roots. The dowel method ensures targeted delivery and faster results.
After fertilizing, water the plant thoroughly. Water beforehand and again afterward to activate the nutrients. Remember that soil-grown roots take one to two weeks to absorb fertilizer, so don’t expect immediate visual changes.
We also added worm compost (vermicompost), which provides micronutrients, macronutrients, and natural growth hormones. Worm compost is gentle and difficult to overuse, making it excellent as both an amendment and a mulch.
After watering slowly and ensuring the soil is well hydrated—but not flushing out fertilizer—Marco is set for continued recovery. Liquid fertilizers are another option if preferred.
We’ll revisit Marco in a month or two, when he will likely be ready for another repotting. Thank you for watching! Please leave your comments, like, subscribe, share, and click the bell for notifications of future videos.
FAQ: Caring for Parlor Palms After Repotting
How can I tell if my plant has adjusted after repotting?
New growth, stronger fronds, and greener foliage are signs that a plant has successfully established in its new pot.
Why is pot size important for preventing root rot?
Placing a plant in a pot that is too large causes excess soil moisture, which can lead to root rot and slower growth.
How often do parlor palms need nutrients?
Parlor palms are heavy feeders and quickly use up nutrients, so they benefit from regular fertilizing and occasional soil amendments.
What is the best way to apply granular fertilizer?
Use a wooden dowel to create holes in the soil, sprinkle fertilizer inside, and cover the holes. This ensures nutrients reach the root zone directly.
How long does fertilizer take to work on soil-grown plants?
Soil roots typically take one to two weeks to absorb nutrients, so visible improvements are not immediate.
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