Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to scale insects and glasshouse red spider mite
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Trachycarpus latisectus · Trachycarpus latisectus
Under glass, grow in loam-based potting compost in full light with shade from hot sun. Water freely in growth and apply a balanced liquid feed monthly; water sparingly in winter. Outdoors grow in well-drained, fertile soil in full sun or dappled shade with protection from cold, drying winds. Provide winter protection in the first few years. See palm cultivation outdoors
Generally disease-free
May be susceptible to scale insects and glasshouse red spider mite
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