The aglaonema is also referred to as the Chinese evergreen. Its leaves vary in color from silver, pink, green, and white. Aglaonemas do have temperamental humidity requirements, but certainly manageable and is great for beginner plant parents. This article will teach you all of the tips and tricks on how to take care of your aglaonema houseplant. Be mindful that this plant is toxic for your furry friends.

• About Aglaonema Plants

• Basic Plant Characteristics

• Sunlight Requirements

• Humidity Requirements

• Temperature Needs

• Watering Requirements

• Best Soil for Aglaonema Plants

• Susceptible Pests & Diseases

• Common Types of Aglaonema

• FAQs

Aglaonemas thrive best in areas that have bright indirect sunlight. If you are keeping your plant indoors, make sure it is a well lit location ideally near an east facing window. If you are keeping your aglaonema outdoors, make sure to never put your plant in direct light as it can be detrimental to the health of the plant.

One of the most difficult things to deal with aglaonemas is their humidity requirements. These plants require a 60% humidity level. It may be worth investing in a humidifier or making sure that your houseplant has a pebble tray with water. 

If you are keeping your aglaonema outdoors. Be mindful that it is harder to regulate temperature and humidity outdoors. If you live in an area with drier climates, it may be best to keep the Chinese evergreen as an indoor houseplant. If you do keep your aglaonema outdoors make sure to mist your plants in the morning and at night.

Anywhere in between 65–75°F. Aglaonema can survive outside of this range. If you live in an area that experiences colder climates. Begin bringing in your plant a few weeks before the first frost. If you keep your aglaonema plant indoors, don’t turn off the heat when you go on vacation or your plant may not be there when you get back.

Depending on the time of year, aglaonemas need to be watered every one to two weeks. The general rule of thumb is to never allow the soil to completely dry out and when it’s watering time, water liberally. Make sure that the container that is holding your aglaonema plant has good drainage holes.

A peat moss based potting soil is ideal but is not eco-friendly. If you are looking for more of an organic based soil consider using a mix of coco coir, coconut husk, and perlite. Make sure that the soil is well draining and only water when the top 50% of soil dries out. The aglaonema thrives on a slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.6-6.5.

Aglaonemas (Chinese evergreens) are susceptible to many pests and diseases, some of which include the following: 

Diseases:

• Blight

• Root rot

Pests:

• Aphids

• Mealybugs

• White Flies

• Scale

On the smaller end, the aglaonema has about 21-24 species within the Araceae family. Some of the rarest variations of aglaonema include the Aglaonema Pink moon or any variegated versions of the Chinese evergreen. Below depicts some of the most common types of Aglaonema that would be a perfect addition to any green space in your home or office.