Before watering, allow half the depth of the soil to dry, but never let the palm s roots dry out completely. Water thoroughly, then discard the drainage so the roots don t sit in water. Leaf tips on over-watered plants turn pale yellow and the leaves may drop. On under-watered plants, tips turn brown, older fronds yellow, and new growth is pale. Feed lightly in fall and winter.
Palms grow slowly.
It s natural for the lowest leaves on mature plants to brown and droop. Remove them by cutting, not pulling. Control spider mites with a mild solution of insecticidal soap and water. A native of Central American mountain forests, Neanthe Bella grows well in low light. When small, Neanthe Bella looks great on tables, and in dish gardens and terrariums.