The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) likes to be watered occasionally, but also needs to soil to dry out slightly. Water when the top of the soil has dried out.
The ultimate plant care guide for the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreens)
Do you want to make your home look beautiful with some amazing plants? Then the Aglaonema, also known as Chinese Evergreens, is a perfect choice! This guide will provide you with all the information and tips you need to properly care for your Aglaonema.
To give you the best chance to take care of this plant, we've broken down the caring process into a few different steps. These steps are designed to provide you with the most in-depth information to teach you everything you need to know about caring for your plant.
Aglaonemas are evergreen perennials native to tropical regions of Asia. They feature glossy leaves in shades of green, white, and cream that can add a unique touch of color to any room in your home. With proper care and attention, these stunning plants can thrive in your home for many years! So if you're looking for an easy-to-care-for plant that will bring beauty into your life get ready to learn how to take care of Chinese Evergreens!
Let's dive right in and learn how we can take care of our Aglaonema
Summary of Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) care
Find out what the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) prefers when it comes to its plant care. These are the most important parts of taking care of the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)!
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Watering your Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)
- The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) likes to be watered occasionally, but also needs to soil to dry out slightly. Water when the top of the soil has dried out.
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Sunlight for your Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)
- The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) does best in a spot where it gets bright, indirect sunlight. This spot is always bright but never gets direct sunlight.
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Fertilizing your Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)
- The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) should be fertilizing once at the beginning of spring and once at the beginning of the summer for optimal growth.
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Soil for your Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)
- The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) likes to be watered when the top of the soil is dry, so use a soil mix that drains excess moisture quickly and holds onto some moisture for a few days.
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Temperature for the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)
- The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) prefers a spot that consistently stays between 16 - 22°C (60 - 71°F).
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Propagating the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)
- To propagate the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen), you can take cuttings from the parent plant. Often, you cut part of the stem of the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) and plant that in moist soil.
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Repotting the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)
- You should repot your Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) once every 2 year(s). This helps your Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) to stay healthy for many years.
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Difficulty of Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) plant care
- The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) is not the best plant for beginners, but also not very difficult to take care of.
Frequently asked questions
The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) does best in a spot where it gets bright, indirect sunlight. This spot is always bright but never gets direct sunlight.
The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) should be fertilizing once at the beginning of spring and once at the beginning of the summer for optimal growth.
The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) likes to be watered when the top of the soil is dry, so use a soil mix that drains excess moisture quickly and holds onto some moisture for a few days.
The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) prefers a spot that consistently stays between 16 - 22°C (60 - 71°F).
To propagate the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen), you can take cuttings from the parent plant. Often, you cut part of the stem of the Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) and plant that in moist soil.
You should repot your Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) once every 2 year(s). This helps your Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) to stay healthy for many years.
The Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) is not the best plant for beginners, but also not very difficult to take care of.
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