Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane'
About Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane'
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' is a super rare houseplant šæ that needs lots of water to thrive. They do best in moderate sunlight š¤ and should be less than 6 feet from a window.
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Taxonomy
Aglaonema 'Garnet Coltrane'
Aglaonema
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane'

How often to water your Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane'

every 7
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Omaha, Nebraska.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
7

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Omaha, Nebraska
79% High

Growing Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' in Omaha right now
Plant growth potential is currently very high š
May 28th, 2022
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Omaha is currently very high š. The plant growth potential in your area is currently at its peak! šæ
The availability of high quality sunlight iā¦
Sunlight will increase by 14.1% āļø
May 28th, 2022
Omaha is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Omaha is expected to increase by 14.1% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 19.6 megajoules of energy per m2 per dā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.3 hours š
May 28th, 2022
This month, Omaha is getting an average of 9.8 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 9.4% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 14.9 total hours of dayligā¦
Finding light for Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' in your home

a window
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' can tolerate being far from a window and light source.
Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth during this time of higher sunlight intensity in Omaha, Nebraska āļø.ļø

How to fertilize Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane'

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itās common for Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane' is native to tropical Asia and New Guinea.
Care Summary for Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane'
Chinese Evergreen 'Garnet Coltrane'
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 7 days

< 6ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Omaha, Nebraska, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
