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❤️🌿 Aglaonema Corner Red — Care Guide (Alan’s Garden)

Aglaonema ‘Corner Red’ is a colourful, low-maintenance indoor foliage plant known for its bright red leaves, compact shape, and good tolerance to humidity—perfect for Kerala conditions.

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☀️ Light Requirements

• Prefers bright indirect light.
• Avoid harsh direct sunlight—it can burn the red leaves.
• Can survive low light, but red color becomes deeper and brighter with filtered morning light.

Best spot for Alan’s Garden:
Indoors near a window, balcony with shade net, or bright living room corners.

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💧 Watering

• Water once the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry.
• Do not overwater—Aglaonemas are sensitive to root rot.
• In Kerala monsoon: reduce watering to prevent fungal issues.

Water schedule (general):

• Summer: Every 4–5 days
• Monsoon: Every 7–10 days
• Winter: Every 6–8 days

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🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temperature: 20–32°C
• Loves high humidity, suitable for Kerala.
• Keep away from AC vents or cold drafts.

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🪴 Soil Mix (Perfect for Alan’s Garden)

Use a light, airy, fast-draining mix:

• 40% cocopeat
• 30% perlite or river sand
• 20% compost
• 10% pine bark / rice husk

This keeps roots oxygenated and prevents rot.

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🍽️ Fertilizer

Feed lightly once every 30–45 days:

• Liquid seaweed
• NPK 19-19-19 (very diluted)
• Organic compost (thin layer on top)

Avoid heavy fertilization—Aglaonemas don’t like excess salts.

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✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove yellow or damaged leaves regularly.
• Wipe leaves once a month to keep the red colour vibrant.
• Rotate the pot weekly for even growth.

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🐛 Pests

Not common, but watch for:

• Mealybugs
• Aphids
• Fungus gnats (if soil stays wet)

Solution: Neem oil spray once every 15 days.

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🌿 Potting & Repotting

• Repot every 1–2 years.
• Use a pot with good drainage holes.
• Choose one size bigger pot only.

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🪴 Best Placement Ideas for Alan’s Garden

• Indoor plant shelves
• Bedroom corners
• Living room décor pieces
• Cash counter / reception area
• Shaded sit-out spaces