Product Description:
You can grow aglaonema just about anywhere in your home. It tolerates low light well, but also grows well in bright spots. It doesn’t even need natural light to thrive. Do not expose to direct sun. Aglaonema cutlass plant does just fine in offices with fluorescent lighting. The aglaonema is a highly decorative plant with several interesting varieties.
Water:
Thoroughly in the summer, and mist often to raise humidity. During the winter, reduce watering but do not let the plant dry completely.
Soil:
A well-drained potting soil is perfect.
Fertilizer:
Feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer. In winters, feed once in 6 weeks. Slow-release pellets or liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Light:
This is one of the best plants for low light conditions inside the home. These plants are perfectly happy in front of a Northern exposure window (indirect light).
Temperature:
Ideal temperatures are 70-85F (21-29C). Try and avoid cooler temperatures below 60F (16C), especially for long periods.
Humidity:
Aglaonema is native to very warm and humid areas in its natural habitat. High humidity indoors would benefit these plants, however they are very tolerant of average indoor humidity levels between 40-60%.
Propagate
Simply make a cutting that has 2-3 inches of stem and insert into a 50/50 mix of soil and perlite. This make a great blend to root your cuttings. Keep your cuttings in a bright area with no direct sun, and aim to keep your soil moist. Moist soil is important while you’re rooting cuttings.
