Here at the Palm Centre we believe that houseplants make the most wonderful housewarming gift. From students settling into a new share house to a young couple moving into their first home, giving someone a living organism is the most beautiful and sustainable way of wishing them success in their new environment.
It’s relatively easy to find houseplants that enjoy brightly lit indoor locations, either on a windowsill or nearby. But what about those darker corners of the room which don’t receive as much light? While no green plant can survive total darkness, you may be surprised to hear that there are plenty that can cope with lower light levels. Most of these plants originate from tropical and subtropical forests, where the dense canopy can greatly restrict the amount of light that filters down to the understorey, making them a perfect choice to lighten up those gloomy corners around the house.
Here are our top five picks for those tricky locations.
Stay on top of the latest indoor plant trends as we break down the most popular houseplants right now.
Chlorosis in houseplants is a common issue where the leaves lose their green colouration due to insufficient chlorophyll production. This can be caused by various factors such as nutrient deficiencies, improper watering, poor soil quality, inadequate sunlight, and/or pests and diseases.
Here are our top five recommendations for indoor palms in the U.K.
A handy guide for choosing the right tree and shrubs for your garden, with an explanation of standard, half-standard, espalier, multi-stem, and other forms.
Looking for inspiration for your garden as the growing season gets underway? With spring just around the corner a lot of people are wondering which plants are trending, and how they can incorporate them into their garden.
As well as their aesthetic appeal, many houseplants also act as air purifiers, absorbing pollutants and releasing oxygen. Read our top five picks below.
The Palm Centre is proud to have introduced Trachycarpus princeps, Stone Gate Palm, to the UK.
Here at the Palm Centre we’re passionate about plants and proud to have introduced several wonderful exotic plants to the UK. One of these is the beautiful Agave montana. Read more about this wonderful plant and the story of its discovery.
All of the outdoor pots we sell here at The Palm Centre are frost-proof. Even so, there are many things you can do to protect your pots from frost and keep them looking their best year-round. Read our handy tips below…
Common queries about keeping palms indoors…
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Here’s a short guide to treating cold-damaged palms in the UK. For a more in-depth article, click here. When it comes to cold damaged palms, the old adage is true: prevention is better than cure! If at all possible, protect palms from freezing temperatures in the first place with horticultural fleece. That said, if you … Continued
Banana plants are among the easiest of exotic plants to grow and new species are introduced all the time. The species of bananas that are suited for indoor use are dwarf varieties of the tropical species that actually make your everyday bananas. They can be add a touch of tropical to any indoor setting.
Cycad plants are hardy, evergreen that grow in sand or hard rock. Cycads are dioecious plants; there are separate male and female plants. The female plant produces seeds, and the male plant produces cones filled with pollen.
All your questions about tree ferns are answered here. From potting to overwintering, we’ve put together a list of questions our customers are asking.
Ferns are an extremely diverse category of plants that have survived since the age of dinosaurs. They are instantly recognizable by their pleasing architectural foliage, often finely divided.
The soft tree ferns are part of a group of about 25 species, spread mostly in the Southern hemisphere, and the soft tree fern, also known as Dicksonia antarctica, is one of them.
All the important questions you’ve always wanted to ask are here answered for you by experts.
Unlock the secrets of thriving olive trees with our comprehensive FAQ list—your go-to guide for cultivating and caring for these timeless treasures.
Peace Lilies (Spathiphyllum), with their lush green foliage and elegant white flowers, are popular choices for indoor plants in the UK. These versatile plants can thrive in a variety of conditions, making them suitable for both experienced and new plant parents.
Whether you’re a seasoned bamboo aficionado or just starting your journey with this versatile plant, our FAQ is your go-to guide for all things bamboo.
Banana plants are among the easiest of exotic plants to grow and new species are introduced all the time.
The hardy banana tree is actually an herbaceous perennial (the world’s largest) despite being referred to as a tree. What looks like a trunk is actually tightly bound banana leaves.
Most of the plants sold online will be delivered to you in plastic nursery pots. These are not always the best looking and most likely won’t fit any home style you may have. Here are some tips on how to choose the decorative pot that is the appropriate size for your newly purchased plant.
The Bird of Paradise is a tropical plant in the family better known as gingers. This family includes 7 species of plants ranging from a few feet in height up to 5 metres (16 feet), like for example the Traveller’s Palm.
Prayer plants can seem a high-maintenance choice at first, because they require the perfect combination elements. They thrive best when provided with tropical forest like conditions: warm, moist, gentle airflow, and a bit of fertiliser. But when you set up the best conditions from the start and understand how to care for this plant, it will fairly easy to maintain it.
Among the oldest cultivated trees in the world, the olive tree is a great addition to any garden. Growing well both in pots and in the ground, even in poor or stony soil.
Olive trees are evergreen and will add a Mediterranean feel to your garden, patio or balcony.
Olive trees, though typically associated with Mediterranean climates, have become increasingly popular in the United Kingdom due to their ornamental appeal and ability to withstand milder British winters. However, the UK’s unique climate can also attract unwanted pests, such as woolly aphids. These tiny insects can infest olive trees, causing damage to foliage and impeding their overall health.