{"product_id":"pink-dalmatian-chinese-evergreen-aglaonema-commutatum-pink-dalmatian","title":"Pink Dalmatian Chinese Evergreen - Aglaonema commutatum 'Pink Dalmatian'","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Dalmatian Chinese Evergreen (\u003cem\u003eAglaonema commutatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pink Dalmatian') is a compact, leafy foliage plant, 30cm to 60cm tall and wide, with deep green leaves splashed in pink. It is an easy houseplant and a handy shade plant for tropical gardens. It needs warmth above 15C, so for most of the country it is an indoor plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink splashes on deep green.\u003c\/strong\u003e The strong contrast keeps the leaves interesting at every distance, without a single flower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs well with a bright pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set it in a boldly coloured container and the pink splashes pick up the colour of the pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and easy.\u003c\/strong\u003e It stays at 30cm to 60cm and is simple to grow, which makes it a good first houseplant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Indirect light is enough, so it fills the shaded spots in a house or garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow fuss.\u003c\/strong\u003e It needs no pruning, only the occasional removal of old leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor display.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stand it in a well lit room, out of direct sun, in a pot that adds colour to a plain corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded patio containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e In warm regions, it brings a patch of pink to a covered verandah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical garden underplanting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart under larger plants in a frost free, shady bed, where it forms a speckled layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pink Dalmatian Chinese Evergreen in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A shady spot with indirect light. Temperatures need to stay above 15C, so garden planting suits only tropical and warm subtropical areas, and in cold locations it is for indoor planting only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A free draining soil or a good quality potting mix. Make sure pots have drainage so the roots do not sit wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil regularly moist for the first 12 weeks, then water when it feels dry to the touch. Use a slow release fertiliser once a year, with a liquid feed every three months for rich foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pruning is not needed. Take off old leaves to tidy it, then wash your hands because the sap can irritate skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Pink Dalmatian Chinese Evergreen as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives small and fills out gradually. Pot it into a container with drainage and keep it warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tube is grown for us and is not in constant supply. It shows as sold out whenever our grower has none, and the notify button on the page sends you an email the day it is available again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aglaonemas\"\u003eChinese evergreens and aglaonemas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eHouse and indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eTropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly where it stays above 15C, which means tropical and warm subtropical gardens. In cold locations, grow it indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, indirect light. A well lit room out of direct sun, or a shaded patio in a warm region, keeps the leaves looking their best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for dogs and cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The sap is irritating and the plant is toxic if eaten, so keep it where pets cannot chew it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67789655703871,"sku":"AGL-COM-PINKDA-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/pink-dalmatian-chinese-evergreen-aglaonema-commutatum-pink-dalmatian.jpg?v=1792193499","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/pink-dalmatian-chinese-evergreen-aglaonema-commutatum-pink-dalmatian","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}