Aglaonema modestum aka Chinese Evergreen

Caring for Chinese Evergreen is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

Chinese Evergreen loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Chinese Evergreen prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

During the cold period, it is common for Chinese Evergreen to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.

Chinese Evergreen is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

The Chinese Evergreen does not need extra humidity. Plants primarily absorb water through their root system, making soil watering the best way to provide humidity to your plants.

The Chinese Evergreen should be repotted when it has doubled in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing fresh potting soil with all the essential nutrients each year ensures the plant's well-being, eliminating the need for fertilizer. Remember, plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

The Chinese Evergreen is characterized by clumping growth, with new shoots emerging from the soil around the primary plant.

Chinese Evergreen’s native range is tropical Asia and New Guinea.

Yes, if you provide your Chinese Evergreen with adequate sunlight and water, you can expect it to bloom.