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Want to buy an artificial palm tree? In order to make the best decision, we have prepared this short buying guide that will help you find the indoor or outdoor palm tree you need. Take a few minutes to read it before buying your future tropical plant.
What is the budget for your artificial plant ?
The first step in your purchasing process is to determine how much you are willing to pay for your new artificial plant. Depending on your budget, you will be able to make a more informed choice about the artificial palm tree you are looking for. Take note that there is a large selection of palms on the market, but that you will have to pay a few extra dollars (which by the way, are well worth it!) to get a quality palm tree. You will find that it looks far from a fake palm tree, quite the contrary. The price usually varies around $90, but it will stay beautiful for a long time. Think of it as an investment!
Where would you like to place your new palm tree ?
Although indoor palm trees are sometimes cheaper to buy, always be sure to choose the UV-treated palm if you intend to leave it outside right in the sun! Indeed, outdoor artificial palms have been treated to prevent discoloration and will be more weather resistant. To extend the life of your plant, it is also suggested to spray a UV artificial plant protector at the beginning of each season. It is therefore imperative to know where you will place your tropical plant, before deciding on a particular model.
Which palm tree species do you prefer ?
There are more than 2500 species of palm trees in the world! The most surprising thing is that palms (Arecaceae in Latin) are among the oldest plants on the planet. The most sought after are the areca palm, cycas palm, licuala palm, kentia palm and phoenix palm. The last one is known for creating those beautiful California landscapes ! They juste make us want to go on a trip … but since it is not always possible, we can also simply make it come to us.
What size of palm tree do you want ? A giant or a dwarf palm tree?
Do you live in a house or an apartment? Are your living areas large or small? This kind of questioning is important so that your decor does not appear overloaded. For small spaces, we recommend that you go for the dwarf palm. For example, the cycas can be an excellent choice! You can buy it already potted or buy a cycas foliage separately. In order not to steal the show from this beautiful exotic plant, select a neutral and plain planter. If you have a larger room, don’t hesitate to choose a giant palm tree of 6 feet high.
What type of tropical foliage to get ?
Will you choose the licuala round foliage or will you be charmed by the fine leaves of the kentia palm tree ? You tell us! Both will give you a different look, but know that your decor will be beautiful with both. Keep in mind that rounded leaves will give character and energy to the room, while elongated leaves will give an elegant style to your decor. Top it off with tropical accessories like the decorative pineapple or palm tree sculpture.
What is the most popular palm tree ?
The most popular artificial palm tree is without a doubt, the areca palm ! It is designed for indoor use, but it is also possible to find this type of palm for outdoor use. Year after year, it remains the favorite of our customers. Probably because it makes us all want to lounge around with its beautiful leaves dancing in the wind?
