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Bismarckia Nobilis (Bismark Palm)
A magnificent large palm with a heavy crown of huge blue-green
fronds. Trunk is solid and squat and can reach 10m tall. It is
endemic to central Madagascan grasslands and outperforms any
other palm when given enough room.
The Bismarck Palm is fast growing once established, and prefers
a sunny position with well-draining soil. It is drought and frost
tolerant and does best in temperatures from 4 to 36 degrees.
Coming from Madagascar it is used to a wet & dry season and
this should be kept in mind when growing the beautiful Bismark
palm, lots of ‘rain’ in summer/hot weather, less water in winter!
Stunning potted specimen, and spectacular in group plantings!
Common names: Bismark Palm, Bismarck Palm, Bismarckia Palm.
Additional General Growing Notes:
ON ARRIVAL:
Soaking: When you receive your plants, unwrap them carefully, and give their roots a good soak in
seaweed solution or water for a couple of hours. Some plants, mainly succulents and plants with fleshy
roots such as Dracaena draco, should not be soaked for more than a few minutes to avoid rot. You can pour
left-over seaweed solution on the plant after you have potted it up.
Pot size: Choose the right pot size for your plants. Don’t choose a huge pot in the hope the plant will grow
faster, as it won’t! Most small plants will grow well in 75mm or 100mm pots, medium plants will often be
suited to 125mm to 140mm pots, and large plants will need bigger pots to suit.
Potting mix: Use a well draining potting mix which is of good quality. You can mix your own, or purchase a
pre-mix from garden centres. Cacti, succulents and cycads will appreciate a potting mix which is very well
draining. You can add some sand, perlite or vermiculite to improve drainage, or purchase a specific cacti &
succulent potting mix. Some plants, such as Gardenia & Azalea will need specific potting mix as they prefer
acidic soil, and Aroids such as Orchids and Philodendron like to grow in special orchid mix.
Fertilising: All plants appreciate good, nutrient-rich soil, and will grow well with a regular application of the
right fertiliser. It is best to find a fertiliser specifically designed for the type of plant you are growing. We
generally use a slow release fertiliser (such as Osmocote) for most plants, and also add lots of organic
matter to the soil. Plants thrive with regular application of blood & bone,Dynamic Lifter or other organic
fertiliser, which adds to your soil. You can also add slow release regularly to really kick them on. Some
foliage plants will love a regular feed with liquid fertiliser, as it is both absorbed through the foliage, and the
soil. Cacti and succulents need special care when it comes to fertilisers as they can be very sensitive. Use a
diluted form of liquid fertiliser or organic fertiliser only.
Watering: Make sure you water in your plants really, really well! You need to get air bubbles out of the soil,
as roots die when they come into contact with air bubbles. This might cause them to die back, prohibits
them from thriving and might even cause death. It is one of the most important things to do when re-potting
plants! Once watered in, water your plants regularly. The rate would depend on the pot size. Most leafy
plants will give you an indication of when they need watering, but it’s best to not let it get that far. You can
stick your finger in the soil to check, the soil should feel moist to your second knuckle. If it feels dry, water. It
is best to water when the plant needs it, and water well, rather than watering small amounts. This will stop
the roots from developing properly. Make sure you don’t overwater to avoid root rot and cloggy soil. Cacti
and succulents don’t need as much water. Most plants need less water during winter. Pots will need more
watering than plants in the ground.
Position: It’s best to keep your plants in a protected position away from heat, sun, draughts etc. until you
see some new growth, such as a new shoot or leaf. Once they have accustomed to their new climate and
environment, you can start adjusting them to their final position in the garden, or pot. Slowly adjust them to
full sun, and keep them protected from frost and wind for as long as possible. Some plants, such as
Dracaena draco, Cycads, Cacti and most Succulents can be placed in a sunny position right from when they
are young. Growing plants up in pots until they’re nice and strong will ensure a good start in the garden, so
we recommend growing them in pots for a while first. If you are planting them out, ‘tree guard’ are a good
thing, and so are structures around the plant with shade cloth. Make sure you mulch well when you plant
them in the garden – mulch conditions your soil, protects roots and saves water!
Research
As there are many aspects to growing plants, such as climate, position and care, we recommend you read
as much as possible about your plant. The internet is a great source of information, as our online forums
and books. Some plants may have special needs in your climate, and our guide is only provided as general
information and reflects our own experience. We do not accept any responsibility for consequences of the
usage of the information provided in this guide.
