8 tips for growing the Jubaea Chilensis palm from seed

Below, the growing instructions describe how you can easily sow and grow your own palm from the seeds of the Jubaea Chilensis palm (also known as the Chilean wine palm) in just a few steps. These instructions also apply to the Jubaea Chilensis Blue variety.

What do you need to grow?

• Coconut soil or potting soil
• Perlite
• A sealable container about 10 cm deep
• Jubaea Chilensis seed(s)

Sowing Jubaea Chilensis seeds:

1. To speed up germination, it is good to soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 2 days. Change the water regularly!
2. Sowing temperature: the Jubaea Chilensis germinates well between 25 and 30 degrees during the day and around 20 degrees at night.
3. Mix the coconut soil/potting soil with perlite and put it in the sealable container (light-permeable). Then moisten the soil slightly with a watering can. The soil must not be soaked, or the seeds may rot.
4. Use your fingers to make a small hole about 2 cm deep and place the seed in it. Cover the seed with soil and press it lightly.
5. Place each seed a few centimeters apart so the roots have enough space to grow.
6. Close the container and place it in a warm spot.
7. Remove the lid from the container every few days to let the soil breathe. The soil must remain moist throughout the entire germination period, but be careful not to make it too wet.
8. Germination time: 1 to 6 months

After germination, water moderately but regularly and place it in a warm and bright spot. For example, on the windowsill. This palm loves plenty of light and warmth.