Aglaonema – “Silver Bay”

Description

Classified by NASA as one of the top ten trees to clean the air of harmful toxins.

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Temperature :

Prefers 18–26°C. Avoid cold drafts and never expose below 15°C.

Lighting preference :

Thrives in medium to low indirect light. Tolerates lower light better than most plants, but avoid direct sun.

 Irrigation of water :

Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry. Keep evenly moist but not soggy. Reduce watering in winter.

 Humidity :

Enjoys moderate to high humidity. Mist occasionally or place near a humidifier.

Fertilization and feeding :

Feed every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer. No feeding in winter.

 Flowering :

Rare indoors. Sometimes produces small white-green flowers, but mainly grown for its striking foliage.

 Soil :

Prefers a well-draining potting mix with peat and perlite.

 Toxicity :

Toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and children.

 Pot Size :

Medium pots with drainage are ideal. Repot every 2 years to refresh soil and allow root growth.

Pruning :

Remove yellow or damaged leaves to maintain its lush, bushy look.

 Diseases :

Overwatering may cause root rot. Susceptible to mealybugs and scale.

 Air Purification :

Effective air purifier, filtering common household toxins and freshening indoor air.