Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea): Carefree Succulent Tree in a Mossy Orb

Simple Care

Light: Bright indirect.
Water: When orb bottom feels dry, pour water into glass dish; let orb absorb. Drain excess.
Fertilizer: Monthly at ½ strength spring–summer.

Swollen base stores water—very forgiving of neglect. Not a true palm.

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