Ming Aralia Watering Guide: Light First, Then Water

Ming aralia (Polyscias fruticosa) needs bright light to thrive. Watering depends on pot size.

Requirements

• Light: Within a few feet of a window, bright indirect most of day + few hours direct sun.
• Water (original pot): Thoroughly when top ½–1 inch is dry.
• Water (if repotted larger): Allow soil to dry sufficiently between waterings to prevent rot.

Key Point

Without enough light, no watering schedule works. Unnecessary repotting leads to overwatering and root rot.