ZAMIOCULCAS ZAMIIFOLIA 4-inch ZZ plant

Light:

Low to bright indirect light, such as from a north-, east-, or west-facing window. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves. also grows well under fluorescent lighting.

Temperature:

Indoors, grow at average room temperatures of 60 to 75 degrees F.

Humidity:

Average household humidity levels are fine, but avoid placing your plant near air conditioning and heating vents, which could dry out the air and cause browning of the leaves.

Soil:

Use a well-draining potting mix that includes perlite

Watering:

During the active growing season (spring through early fall), only water every two weeks or when the top inch or two of soil feels dry. Water less frequently during the winter months or if growing your plant under low-light conditions.

Fertilizing:

Because ZZ plants can store nutrients in their roots, they don’t need frequent fertilization. Feed every month or so during spring and summer using an all-purpose houseplant fertilizer diluted to half the recommended rate. Do not fertilize in winter.