How to Grow Aglaonema

Aglaonema, also called 'Chinese evergreens', are a wonderfully diverse and colourful range of leafy plants that are native to tropical and sub tropical areas in Asia. Their foliage can be striking mottled mixtures of red, pink, silver, green, yellow or cream and can be used to bring life and colour to your home! You can plant them in shaded parts of the garden too, provided you live in a warm frost-free climate.

Indoors in a low to well lit position, away from direct sunlight. Outdoors in a brightly lit spot, away from direct sunlight

Aglaonema prefer only slightly moist soil and can be allowed to almost dry out in between waterings

Well drained soil or good quality potting mix like Yates Potting Mix with Dynamic Lifter

Suitable for all climatic zones

How to grow aglaonema in a pot

Step 1

Choose a pot at least 250mm wide (or larger, depending on the size of your plant). Position in well-lit spot, away from direct sunlight.

Step 2

Fill with quality potting mix, such as Yates Speciality Potting Mix Plants and Ferns.

Step 3

Remove the plant from the container, gently tease the roots and cut away any circled or tangled roots.

Step 4

Position in pot and backfill with potting mix, gently firming down. Water in well.

Step 5

Protect your plants from annoying fungus gnats by applying a layer of Yates Gnat Barrier to the top of the mix.

Step 6

Water when the potting mix feels dry – insert your index finger to the first knuckle, if it's dry, water and if it's moist, leave watering for a few more days.

Step 7

Feed the plant fortnightly during spring and summer with Yates Thrive Indoor Plants & Ferns Liquid Plant Food. If you prefer a set-and-forget option, use Yates Thrive Plant Food Spikes Plants & Ferns. Simply insert the required amount of spikes into the potting mix and water in well - it feeds for up to two months.

How to grow aglaonema in a garden

Step 1

Choose a warm sheltered spot in the garden that receives bright, indirect sun and has well-drained soil. In poorly drained areas, create mounds with a free-draining mix to assist with drainage.

Step 2

Dig a hole in the prepared area slightly larger than the root ball. Add Yates Dynamic Lifter Soil Improver & Plant Fertiliser to the area and mix in well.