This resilient houseplant thrives despite low light and infrequent watering.
Thiseasy-care houseplantthrives in low light conditions, such as that from east- or north-facing windows.
It grows slowly and in spurts.
Dean Schoeppner.
ZZ plant is toxic to humans and pets.
Keep it away from any cold drafts, vents, or air conditioning units.
Light
Many houseplants tolerate low light, but ZZ plant has exceptional tolerance.
Soil and Water
ZZ plant thrives when its soil dries out between waterings.
Water the plant well, allowing excess water to thoroughly drain out of the bottom of the pot.
Then test the soil before watering again.
If the soil is moist, check the plant again in a few weeks.
In many interior tweaks, ZZ plant needs to bewatered only every couple of weeks.
Remember, drainage is essential.
Be sure excess water can flow out freely from the pot.
ZZ do best with 40% to 50% humidity.
Increase the humidity in your home by using a humidifier or grouping houseplants closely together.
Fertilizer
Apply a low-dose liquid fertilizer according to label directions twice a year.
If you neglect to fertilize ZZ plant, it is very forgiving.
Simply fertilize it when you remember and wait at least 6 months to fertilize again.
It will grow for many months before requiring repotting.
When repotting, use a container that is only slightly larger than the original container.
Updated by Nadia Hassani
“Zamioculcas zamiifolia.”
North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension.
