{"product_id":"wishes-chinese-evergreen-aglaonema-commutatum-wishes","title":"Wishes Chinese Evergreen - Aglaonema commutatum 'Wishes'","description":"\u003cp\u003eWishes Chinese Evergreen (\u003cem\u003eAglaonema commutatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Wishes') is a broad leafed foliage plant, about 60cm tall and wide, with deep green, glossy leaves strongly marked in a warm, vibrant red-pink. Each leaf looks freckled with bright pink and cream. It makes a lovely houseplant and an eye-catching shade plant in tropical gardens, as long as it stays above 15C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm red-pink markings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, glossy leaves carry strong pink and red tones, a bolder look than the softer cream and green types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom to make a statement.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 60cm tall and wide it holds its own in a floor pot or the middle of a shaded bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlossy, broad foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e The deep green leaves reflect light and set off the colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows in shady forest conditions, so indirect light suits it perfectly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple to keep.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing needs cutting back. Just take off tired leaves now and then.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature pot indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a corner in a well lit room, in a large pot, where the red-pink leaves can be seen from across the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCovered verandahs.\u003c\/strong\u003e In warm regions it lights up a shaded entry or patio without a single flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical garden beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost free, shady gardens, plant 50cm apart beneath trees and palms for a bold ground layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Wishes Chinese Evergreen in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A shady spot with indirect sunlight. It needs temperatures above 15C to stay beautiful, so garden planting suits only tropical and warm subtropical areas. Everywhere else, enjoy it indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil or a good quality potting mix. Pots need drainage holes, with regular irrigation through the warmer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it regular water for the first 12 weeks, then water only when the soil seems dry. A yearly slow release fertiliser and a liquid feed every three months bring out the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing beyond taking off old leaves. Wash your hands afterwards, 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 Wishes Chinese Evergreen as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. The tube is small, and the plant takes time to build the broad leaves it is known for, so give it a warm, bright spot out of direct sun while it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur grower supplies the tube stock, and supply comes and goes. If the tube shows as sold out, the grower has none at that moment: press the notify button on the page and we email you the day it returns.\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\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003ePlants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a lush tropical garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big will it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 60cm tall and 60cm wide, so it is one of the larger Chinese evergreens. Give it a roomy pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in tropical and warm subtropical gardens in shade, where it stays above 15C. In cooler regions grow it as a houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I keep it away from pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The sap is irritating and the plant is toxic if eaten, so keep it away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67789656129855,"sku":"AGL-COM-WISHES-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/wishes-chinese-evergreen-aglaonema-commutatum-wishes.jpg?v=1792193527","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/wishes-chinese-evergreen-aglaonema-commutatum-wishes","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}