Dwarf ZZ plant

Dwarf ZZ plant thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Dwarf ZZ plant Water Frequency →

Dwarf ZZ plant Root Rot →

Dwarf ZZ plant 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 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Dwarf ZZ plant Light Requirements →

Dwarf ZZ plant Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Dwarf ZZ plant is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Dwarf ZZ plant is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Dwarf ZZ plant prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Dwarf ZZ plant Humidity Needs →

Dwarf ZZ plant is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Dwarf ZZ plant →

When and How to Successfully Repot Dwarf ZZ plant →

Dwarf ZZ plant grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Dwarf ZZ plant →

It’s common for Dwarf ZZ plant to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Dwarf ZZ plant is native to Southeastern Africa.

USDA Hardiness Zone
Dwarf ZZ plant can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Dwarf ZZ plant Temperature Tolerance →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Dwarf ZZ plant, since they are very sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Dwarf ZZ plant →
• Drooping Dwarf ZZ plant Leaves →
• Dwarf ZZ plant Dropping Leaves →
• Dwarf ZZ plant Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Dwarf ZZ plant →
• Brown Spots on Dwarf ZZ plant →
• Dwarf ZZ plant Leaves Falling Over →
• Dwarf ZZ plant Leaves Curling →
• Dwarf ZZ plant Yellow Leaves →
• Dwarf ZZ plant Root Rot →