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Plastic Root Collars on Chinese Evergreen: Leave Them or Remove?

What Are Those Plastic Cups?

The small plastic containers with holes and slits around your Chinese evergreen's (Aglaonema) roots are propagation plugs used by growers to hold moisture around cuttings during initial rooting. Once roots develop, some growers remove them; others leave them in place.

Best Practice: Leave Them Alone

Roots grow out through the side slits without issue. Removing them risks damaging the root system. The plant was potted correctly for optimal growth—growers aim for fast, healthy development.

If You Dislike the Pot's Appearance

Simply slip the existing pot into a slightly larger, decorative cachepot. No repotting needed.

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