Our February Plant Of The Month:
Aglaonema
Love is in the air and the Pink Aglaonema is the perfect way to a plant lover’s heart. Our February plant is stunning with pink veins and lush green speckled leaves. It makes the perfect decorative plant for any space adding a pop of color and a great Valentine’s gift for plant lovers. Read on to find out more about these pink and green plants and how to care for and style them.
Origin & Fun Facts
(so you can be the expert)
Native To: Tropical & Subtropical regions of Asia and New Guinea
In The Wild: They can be found in rainforests mainly because they thrive in high humidity and love living beneath large shaded areas of the tropical tree canopies.
Species: Aglaonema – comes in a variety of names, ours show red or pink veins, some with speckled light green leaves or darker green leaves.
Fun Fact: Aglaonema is commonly known as the Chinese Evergreen, it is a sign of fortune and good luck according to Chinese Feng Shui.
Caring is Preparing
(for the elements)
Sunlight:
The Pink Aglaonema prefers a brighter environment than others. Indirect light is ideal to avoid burning the leaves.
Indoors:
Keep this popping pink plant in a bright room with indirect light.
Outdoors:
Avoid bright direct sunlight, these plants will love the outdoors if they are kept in a bright but shaded spot.
Watering:
The soil should remain moist in the warmer seasons and climates but never allow the soil to get soggy or water-logged. Let the soil dry out a few inches down in-between waterings.
Signs of too much water:
Yellowing and mushy stalks or leaves.
Signs of too little water:
Dry soil all the way through and drooping leaves.
Styling The Pink Aglaonema
(in the perfect location)
Indoors:
Any spot in your house that could use some life and a pop of color would work for these gorgeous plants! The pinkish-red veins will bring an eye-catching area to any place. Make sure to keep them in indirect light but in a space that is bright and brings joy.
Outside:
A covered porch, patio, or underneath a large tree where it is bright is a great way to bring color to the outdoors. Be sure that no direct sunlight gets to it though or you may fry your leaves.
Toxicity:
These plants are moderately toxic to pets and humans if ingested. We highly recommend keeping them away from anyone that may nibble at the leaves!
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