Browse our Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) collection in silver, green, pink and red. Compare sizes, colours and light needs to find a plant that fits your home.
Aglaonema, also known as Chinese Evergreen, is a low- to medium-light tropical houseplant valued for its patterned green, silver, pink or red leaves. In this collection you can compare compact baby plants to medium and large floor specimens, and choose cultivars that match your room’s light level and your preferred level of care.
Aglaonema is a flexible genus, but different cultivars suit different spots. Use these points to narrow down your options before you add a plant to your cart.
1. Check your light honestly If you can comfortably read a book during the day without switching on a lamp, most Aglaonema will be fine. For very dim corners, steer towards classic green and silver types like 'Silver Bay' or 'Ivy Green'. Strongly coloured pink or red varieties appreciate brighter, indirect light near a window to keep their tones vivid.
2. Decide where the plant will live Measure the surface or floor area so you know what size works:
Baby plants (in small nursery pots) are ideal for shelves, desks and bedside tables.
Medium plants suit sideboards, plant stands or grouped displays.
Large plants become floor-standing accents next to sofas or in empty corners.
3. Choose a colour mood For calm, minimal interiors, go for mostly green and silver foliage, which pairs well with neutral pots and woods. For a warmer or more playful look, pick pink, salmon or red cultivars and match them with simple white or terracotta planters so the leaves stay the focus.
4. Match the plant to your care style If you sometimes forget to water, stick with sturdy, less-variegated forms and avoid pushing them into very bright light. If you enjoy checking your plants regularly, you can experiment with rarer or more patterned cultivars that respond best to consistent conditions.
5. Plan for pets and people Aglaonema is not pet-safe if chewed or ingested, so keep plants out of reach of cats, dogs and small children. If that is not realistic in your home, explore our dedicated pet-friendly houseplant collection instead.
Still unsure? Compare a few favourite Aglaonemas from this page, then browse our easy-care houseplants for more forgiving companions that suit the same kind of light.
Common questions
Are Aglaonema good beginner houseplants?
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Many Aglaonema cultivars suit beginners because they accept a range of indoor conditions and do not need constant attention.
Choose green or silver-dominant varieties in medium or large sizes for the most forgiving experience, keep them out of direct sun, and let the top layer of soil dry before watering again.
How low can the light be for an Aglaonema?
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Aglaonema can tolerate relatively low light compared with many houseplants, but they still need some natural daylight to stay healthy.
In very dim rooms, pick mainly green and silver forms and accept slower growth; colourful pink and red cultivars do best in brighter, indirect light and may fade if kept too dark.
How often should I water Aglaonema and can it handle missed waterings?
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Most Aglaonema prefer their soil to dry slightly between waterings.
In average indoor conditions, this often means watering every 1–2 weeks, but the best guide is to feel the top few centimetres of soil and only water when they are dry.
They usually forgive the occasional late watering better than being kept constantly wet.
Are Aglaonema plants safe for pets and children?
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Aglaonema is not considered pet-safe: its tissues contain substances that can irritate the mouth and digestive system if chewed or swallowed.
Keep these plants out of reach of cats, dogs and small children, or choose options from our pet-friendly houseplant collection instead.
Which Aglaonema should I choose for a busy home or office?
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For a busy schedule, focus on medium or large Aglaonema with mostly green and silver foliage, as they are generally more forgiving of slight irregularities in watering and light.
Place them in stable low to medium indirect light and avoid spots with strong drafts or hot, direct sun.
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