Chinese Evergreen Care Guide
Aglaonema
Also known as: Aglaonema
Watering
Summer
Every 10 days
Winter
Every 14 days
Water when the top cm feels dry. These plants like consistency but not soggy roots.
Light
Low light tolerant
Further from windows, shaded corners. Will survive, not thrive.
Humidity
40-60%
Average home humidity is fine.
Pet & Child Safety
Mildly toxic - may cause irritation
Harmful to: cats, dogs
Pot & Soil
Happy slightly rootbound. Standard potting mix with perlite works perfectly.
Pot-size watering
The 10-14 day range is a starting point. A 5cm pot usually dries faster than a 22cm pot; use the dry-down check as the final signal, not the calendar alone.
Prefers snug roots
This plant usually prefers a snug root zone. Size up only when roots are circling, the plant dries out much faster than usual, or growth has clearly stalled.
Soil refresh
Top up or loosen the surface yearly, and plan a fuller soil refresh when the mix compacts, smells sour, drains poorly, or the plant needs repotting.
Good to Know
Beautiful colored varieties. Very tolerant of low light.
Frequently asked
How often should I water Chinese Evergreen?▾
Every 10 days in summer and every 14 days in winter is the reference range. The 10-14 day range is a starting point. A 5cm pot usually dries faster than a 22cm pot; use the dry-down check as the final signal, not the calendar alone. Water when the top cm feels dry. These plants like consistency but not soggy roots.
What light does Chinese Evergreen need?▾
Low light tolerant. Further from windows, shaded corners. Will survive, not thrive..
Is Chinese Evergreen safe for pets and children?▾
Mildly toxic - may cause irritation if chewed. Keep out of reach of curious pets and small children.
What humidity does Chinese Evergreen prefer?▾
40-60%. Average home humidity is fine.
What soil and pot does Chinese Evergreen need?▾
Happy slightly rootbound. Standard potting mix with perlite works perfectly. This plant usually prefers a snug root zone. Size up only when roots are circling, the plant dries out much faster than usual, or growth has clearly stalled. Top up or loosen the surface yearly, and plan a fuller soil refresh when the mix compacts, smells sour, drains poorly, or the plant needs repotting.
Is Chinese Evergreen beginner-friendly?▾
Yes - Chinese Evergreen is a houseplant well-suited to beginners.
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