Light: Medium to low light is required for ZZ plants. Avoid west and south facing windows when possible.

Temperature: 60-90 F

Humidity: medium to high

Water:

Water when the top 2-4” of potting mix dries. Since ZZs are slow growers in low light levels, you may not need to water more than once every 2-4 weeks.

Avoid overwatering! ZZ plants are geophytic, meaning they have storage structures below ground (think like a potato). This makes them more susceptible to root rot.

Repotting: Repot every 2-3 years into a slightly larger container (1-2” increased diameter or depth). Use a general purpose potting mix.

Fertilizing: Either…

1. Water Application: Incorporate fertilizer into your watering cycle once per month March through September. Dilute an all purpose fertilizer (20-20-20) by half OR use your favorite fertilizer rated for houseplant use in your water.

2. Slow Release: Incorporate slow release fertilizer pellets into the top inch of potting soil every 6 months. Apply the rate indicated for indoor plants on the label. If no recommendation for houseplants is present, apply 1/4 to 1/2 the listed rate.

The Araceae family includes many foliage favorites including: philodendron, monstera, anthurium & pothos.

(Listed in order of commonality…)

• Root decay caused by overwatering

• Fungus gnats

• Two-spotted spider mites

• Thrips

• Mealybugs

Is zz plant pet safe?

It is slightly toxic to animals due to a higher concentration of calcium oxalate crystals (called raphides). Read more about it here.

COC can vary in abundance in different aroid plants and can cause varying reactions when consumed by humans or animals, ranging from a slight mouth irritation to swelling of the lips and throat. Use caution when housing aroids in a home with pets. KNOW YOUR ANIMAL’S TENDENCIES!