Overwintering guide
How to overwinter chinese fan palm
Winter watering
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
The mistake that kills chinese fan palm in winter
Bringing chinese fan palm into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.
More chinese fan palm care
- Overwintering chinese fan palm — the species this cultivar belongs to
- Overwintering chinese fan palm — our other guide for the same plant
- Full chinese fan palm care guide
- Chinese Fan Palm temperature range
- How often to water chinese fan palm
- How to prune chinese fan palm
- Common chinese fan palm problems & fixes
Overwintering chinese fan palm — FAQ
Does chinese fan palm need to come indoors for winter?
Chinese Fan Palm is hardy to roughly USDA zone 9 — winter lows around -7°C. That means it takes cool conditions but not a real freeze. Chinese Fan Palm will take cool conditions but not a hard freeze, so the aim is a frost-free winter rather than a warm one. An unheated greenhouse, porch, conservatory or bright garage all work well. Keep it cool, bright and on the dry side, and it will hold steady until growth restarts in spring.
When should I move chinese fan palm for winter?
Move under cover before the first hard frost; back outside after the last spring frost.
How often should I water chinese fan palm in winter?
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
What kills chinese fan palm over winter?
Bringing chinese fan palm into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.