{"product_id":"full-size-fishtail-palm-1","title":"Full Size Fishtail Palm","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the Fishtail palm?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lovely Fishtail palm has unusual leaves: The overall shape and the ragged, feathery edges make them look like a fish’s swishy tail. The leaves are known to make excellent thatch, but if you don’t plan to thatch a roof anytime soon, they also have heavy air-purifying skills. That’s one reason to keep the Fishtail palm indoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe big Fishtail palm plant has an odd life cycle; it flowers when it reaches maturity, then dies when it’s done fruiting. You can’t even eat the Fishtail palm fruits (berries), but luckily the period of showy purple flowers can last 5-7 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow tall is the Fishtail palm’s height?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are currently 5.5ft to 7ft tall, but fishtail palms can grow up to 10 feet tall indoors!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishtail palm benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts unique leaves and large size make it a real statement piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt flowers for years, and the flowers are a lovely shade of purple.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s an excellent air-purifying plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don’t have to make a lifelong commitment if you’re not ready for that kind of pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Fishtail palm the right plant for you?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fishtail palm plant is gorgeous and unique, fairly flexible about light, and—most of all—it’s a Big Plant. If you want to make a striking statement, try the Fishtail. However, the Fishtail will die after flowering (which could be as early as 5-7 years from now). But we think the little bit of heartbreak is offset by the stunning show of flowering for half a decade. Fishtail lives a bright, flashy life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare difficulties for a fishtail palm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fishtail palm is a medium difficulty big plant: If you’ve successfully kept a few plants alive but don’t want to stress over it, this is the level for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Fishtail palm like sun or shade?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishtail loves the sun—ideally bright but filtered light. She’ll grow faster the longer she gets to bask in those rays. She’s a morning person, so try an eastern window.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot sure what kind of light you have? Check out \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pafeplants.com\/pages\/light-identification\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eour indoor lighting guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow often does the Fishtail palm need to be watered?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater every 2 weeks or so, wait until the first 2 inches of the soil dries, make sure you have excellent drainage so her roots don’t rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Fishtail palm have any special requirements?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fishtail palm tree is always looking for a snack, so fertilize it two or three times—or even monthly—during the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrim off the leaves when they turn brown and die.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishy likes humidity, so try a humidifier nearby. Or mist the leaves regularly. Or place her pot over a tray of rocks and keep them watered, so that the evaporation keeps Fishtail cozy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Fishtail palm safe for pets?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishtail palms are not safe for pets, as the berries are mildly poisonous. And in our book, any amount of poisonous is too poisonous to keep around our furry friends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMust know before buying a Fishtail palm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s not safe for pets or children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt dies within a decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt likes humidity and fertilizer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt wants moist, well-drained soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt likes bright, filtered light—more bright than filtered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dahing Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44920174542984,"sku":"FULL SIZE FISHTAIL PALMabestarforsync","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/8804\/9288\/files\/detailSSP_343285.jpg?v=1781116114","url":"https:\/\/www.grandeplants.com\/products\/full-size-fishtail-palm-1","provider":"GRANDE PLANTS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}