Aglaonema Care Guide

Light Requirements

Aglaonemas are flexible, but light matters depending on the variety:

• Darker green varieties: Tolerate low light – great for offices, bathrooms, and north-facing windows.

• Variegated or colorful types (like reds, pinks, or silvers): Need medium to bright indirect light to maintain vibrant colors.

• Avoid direct sun, which can scorch leaves.

Watering

Aglaonemas prefer consistent, moderate watering:

• Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.

• Reduce frequency in winter.

• Avoid soggy soil or letting it sit in water — root rot is a risk.

Watering tip: They’ll droop slightly when thirsty but perk up quickly once watered.

Soil & Potting

• Use a well-draining potting mix — a blend of regular houseplant soil with perlite or orchid bark works well.

• Ensure the pot has drainage holes.

Repot every 1–2 years or when roots start circling the pot.

Temperature & Humidity

• Thrives in 65–80°F (18–27°C).

• Avoid cold drafts, AC vents, or temps below 60°F — they hate the cold.

• Prefers medium humidity, but tolerates low humidity environments (a true trooper!).

Fertilizer

• Feed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength.

• No need to fertilize in fall/winter.

Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove yellowing or dead leaves to encourage new growth.

• Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to keep them dust-free and shiny.

Flowering

• Mature Aglaonemas may produce a spathe/spadix-style flower, similar to a Peace Lily. They're often trimmed off to redirect energy to foliage.

Propagation

• Best done by division during repotting.

• Gently separate rooted stems and pot them individually.