ZZ Plant Care Guide

Last Updated: June 9, 2022

Basic ZZ Plant Care

ZZ Plants are hardy and perfect for anyone who might find it difficult to give their houseplants constant care and attention. Here you will find all the information you need to properly care for your ZZ Plant.

Light

Medium Light

I prefer areas that aren’t too bright or shady. Finding a balance is important.

Water

Water Infrequently

I can be quite sensitive to root rot so be careful not to overwater me.

Humidity

Medium Humidity

Please make sure the air isn’t too dry, otherwise I won’t be a happy plant.

Soil

Potting Soil

I need soil specifically for indoor plants as it retains the right amount of water.

ZZ Plants cope in a range of light conditions

Although they prefer bright indirect light, ZZ Plants will cope in low light areas of your home too. Just be careful not to put your ZZ Plant in direct light or this can burn and damage the leaves. Use a light meter to determine if your ZZ Plant is getting enough light.

Water your ZZ Plant every 2 weeks

ZZ Plants really don’t like soggy soil so it is best to be quite cautious when it comes to watering. Make sure that the top of the soil is dry before giving it any more water. We recommend watering your ZZ Plant no more than twice monthly and using a moisture meter to check when your plant needs water.

The natural humidity level in your home is fine

One great thing about taking care of a ZZ Plant is that you don’t need to worry worry about upping the humidity levels, they aren’t that fussy!

ZZ Plants are mildly toxic to pets

Try and keep your ZZ Plant out of the way of pets and children as they can be mildly toxic if ingested, causing vomiting and stomach irritation.

Wipe down your ZZ Plant's leaves

We recommend misting the leaves with a spray bottle, or wiping them down with a damp cloth every so often so prevent the build up of dust.

Propagate your ZZ Plant by division or leaf cutting

The best way to propagate a ZZ Plant is by division of the mother plant. Carefully remove the plant from the pot and divide up the root system into several new smaller plants. Alternatively you can also propagate by leaf cutting but this will take a lot longer.

   

ZZ Plant FAQs

Quick and simple answers to the most common questions we see about the ZZ Plant.

     

Common Problems with your ZZ Plant

Here are some common issues that you might run into. It's important to diagnose any issues early to give your plant the best chance of bouncing back.

   

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