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Jan 4, 2016 1:05 PM CST
north carolina (Zone 7a)
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Thanks everyone. Not doing to good here. I've been making sure the soil is moist and able to drain. Don't know if I'm watering too much or if not enough sun or too much sun. The fronds have gotten all dark green and boiled-spinach looking. The humidity is between 45-60 and the temp stays between 65-75F

In a couple spots it seems the healthy green wants to come back but I feel like I'm flying blind since. Wish there was a more scientific resource. So far though I've learned about different soil/water retention levels and the soil I have since it's store bought from lowes is probably 10% water retention. It feels moist to the touch on the top but I can't be sure. These ballpark and feel measurements never suit me.

I'm glad I started with these cheapo little plants and not a $50 monster since I clearly don't know what I'm doing. Big Grin

Added a second closer image. Little guy is trying to live.

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