Star Pink

Description

🛠️ Handling Tips

• Wear gloves when handling: Some people may have skin sensitivity to the plant’s sap.

• Avoid leaf damage: The leaves are delicate and bruise easily—handle them gently.

• Clean leaves regularly: Wipe with a damp cloth to keep them dust-free and allow better photosynthesis.

🌱 Care Guide for Aglaonema ‘Star Pink’

☀️ Light:

• Prefers bright, indirect light, but can tolerate low light.

• Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch its colorful leaves.

💧 Water:

• Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

• Do not overwater—ensure pot has good drainage.

• Reduce watering in cooler months.

🌡️ Temperature:

• Ideal temperature: 18–27°C (65–80°F).

• Keep away from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.

💦 Humidity:

• Prefers moderate to high humidity.

• Can tolerate average indoor humidity but appreciates occasional misting.

🌾 Soil:

• Use well-draining, peat-based potting mix.

• A mix for aroids or houseplants is usually suitable.

🍽️ Fertilizer:

• Feed with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during growing season (spring and summer).

• No need to fertilize in winter.

✂️ Pruning:

• Remove yellow or damaged leaves to keep the plant tidy.

• Can prune lightly to shape or encourage fuller growth.

🌿 Repotting:

• Repot every 2–3 years or when roots start to outgrow the pot.

• Choose a pot just slightly larger than the current one.

⚠️ Common Issues

• Yellowing leaves: Usually due to overwatering.

• Brown tips: Often a sign of low humidity or too much fertilizer.

• Faded color: Needs more light (but not direct sun)