Baby Palm Tree's, should I keep them in water or pot them?

Question

I have baby Palm Tree's that have been plucked from under a full grown one. They are between 5 - 9 inches. I have tryed potting them & leaving them in water, but they always seem to die. Anyone know how I can care for them ? ( California Palm Tree's) Thanx

Answer 1

Definitely pot them in soil, good potting soil. Make sure that you're getting a sufficient amount of dirt along with the palm's roots when you dig them up.  Don't overwater and don't fertilize and I would think that they would transplant.  You might want to keep them in mild shade for a few weeks. Direct sunlight might stress them at first.

Answer 2

pot them in a very light sandy soil. it will need good drainage. can tolleate drought and likes heat and sun. take it out for the summer and water evey 4 days. if winters are warm enough for this palm. no colder than about 14 degrees then you can leave it out in a sheltered area away from winds and temp extremes