Product Description:
Aglaonemas are often vibrant and colorful, with strikingly patterned leaves. Because they’re so easy-going, Aglaonemas are perfectly suited for a modern living room or office, dim bedroom, or cozy study. Because of their tolerance for both moist and dry conditions, and the fact that they will thrive with low light, they are a perfect choice for less than ideal light conditions or forgetful plant owner. Aglaonema or Chinese evergreen is an extremely popular house plant, which is very easy to grow.
Light:
Some varieties of the plant can easily grow in near shade. Variegated varieties of aglaonema require brighter light, but that doesn’t mean they are to be exposed to direct sun.
Soil:
A well-drained potting soil is perfect.
Water:
Aglaonema receives daily abundant watering, and it grows in soil that is well permeable to moisture and air. When kept indoors, during the growing season aglaonema should be watered abundantly. In autumn and winter reduce watering.
Temperature:
In winter, the temperature for aglaonema should not drop below +16 °C (60 °F). The perfect temperature for growth is +20 °C +25 °C (68 – 77 °F).
Humidity:
Aglaonema prefers high humidity. In summer, it is better to spray it daily. It is also necessary to regularly clean the leaves from dust.
Fertilizer:
During the period of active growth, aglaonema should be fed with liquid mineral fertilizer 2 times a month. Do not feed the plant in winter.
Repotting & Soil mix:
Aglaonema grows slowly, so young plants should be repotted every year in spring, while adult ones – every 3-5 years or less. Aglaonema gives good growth of leaves when its roots are limited by the small size of the pot. Do not forget there must be good drainage at the bottom of the pot.
Propagation:
Cuttings can be removed when the stem has branched out or when the plant is old and a prominent trunk appears. The top of the trunk can be cut as an apical stalk, the rest of the trunk can also be cut into pieces 4-5 cm long and planted. Do not throw away the stump either, new leaves will soon grow from it. In a warm place, rooting takes 2-3 weeks. Aglaonema should be cut during the warm season.
Pruning:
Remove yellow or dying leaves, and plant debris to encourage better-growing conditions. While pruning, always use clean utensils or shears to reduce the chance of bacterial and fungal diseases.
