Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema) Repotting Timing: Spring Only, Hold Fertilizer

Repotting Chinese Evergreen now (fall/winter) is ill-timed. Roots stop growing as days shorten.

Best Practice

• Repot April 1 – June 15 (lengthening days = root growth).
• If repotted now: Withhold fertilizer 3 months to avoid burning bruised roots.
• Current care: Bright indirect (read-a-book light), no direct sun. Water when dry 1–2″ down. Empty saucer.

Why Wait?

Winter repotting = slow recovery, rot risk. Spring = vigorous establishment.