Reviving a Neglected Indoor Palm

Can a Palm Survive Weeks Without Water?

A 2-year-old indoor palm went 3-4 weeks without water repeatedly. Now most fronds are brown; only 3 remain greenish. Owner moved it outside, added lawn fertilizer, watered heavily, and ensured drainage.

Outlook

Nick says neglect may have killed it, but the steps taken are correct. Palms cannot regrow from bare trunks like roses—they need fronds to photosynthesize. Keep in shade, water once, then wait until dry. Recovery depends on whether the crown meristem survived.