Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema) Care: Low-Light Champion

Why It's Popular

Aglaonema hybrids tolerate low light and dry air better than most houseplants. Large, pointed leaves marbled with silver/cream/white. ‘Silver Queen’ is compact; newer varieties stay bushy.

Care Essentials

• Light: Low light. Too much fades leaves.
• Water: Keep evenly moist. Can grow in water alone.
• Humidity: Average. Don’t mist—causes leaf spots.
• Temp: 65–75°F. No cold drafts (<55°F causes yellow patches).
• Soil: Any good mix.
• Fertilizer: Monthly spring–summer, half-strength balanced.

Maintenance

• Don’t prune—all growth from crown. If leggy, plant pothos at base to cover stems.
• Repot spring when root-bound; slightly larger pot, drainage holes.

Toxicity

Berries and sap are poisonous. Keep from kids/pets.

Propagation

Easy: stem cuttings or root division in water or moist mix.