Aglaonema Ruby Love, baby plant

The Aglaonema ‘Ruby Love’ is a real pop of color among Chinese Evergreen varieties. Like most Aglaonema cultivars, it originally comes from the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, especially countries like Thailand and Indonesia. There, it grows under the dense jungle canopy, where filtered light reaches the moist forest floor. This shady, warm environment has shaped it – and that’s exactly what’s reflected in its location and care requirements.

The highlight of the ‘Ruby Love’ is undoubtedly its striking leaf coloration. The leaves display an intense interplay of bright pink, rich red, and contrasting dark green at the edges or along the veins. Depending on the light conditions, the color intensity can increase even further. The leaf shape is classic for Aglaonemas: slightly oblong-oval with a glossy surface. Especially in simple pots or modern living spaces, the plant looks like a living design object – eye-catching but not over the top.

When it comes to location, the Aglaonema ‘Ruby Love’ is relatively flexible as long as it isn’t exposed to direct sunlight. It prefers bright to partial shade, such as near an east or west-facing window. The more light it gets (without the risk of sunburn), the more vibrant the colors appear. It can handle shadier corners, but it will grow slower and may lose some color intensity. To ensure even growth, it’s worth rotating the plant every now and then.

Watering should be done with care. The soil should stay evenly moist, but please never soggy. A classic rule: only water again once the top layer of soil has dried out. Too much water quickly leads to waterlogging and thus root rot – one of the most common care mistakes with Aglaonemas. Well-draining soil, mixed with some perlite or sand, ensures that excess water can drain away easily.

The ‘Ruby Love’ is also uncomplicated when it comes to humidity. It feels comfortable in a normal indoor climate but benefits from slightly higher humidity – especially in winter when heating dries out the air. A small humidifier or a tray with water and pebbles can work wonders here. A spot in a bathroom with natural light is also ideal.

Regarding temperature, this tropical beauty likes it warm all year round. 20–26 °C is optimal, but it can also cope with slightly cooler conditions. However, it shouldn’t drop below 15 °C for long – that’s not good for it. It also dislikes cold drafts and sudden temperature changes, so please don’t place it directly by an open window or next to a door.

Fertilize the Aglaonema ‘Ruby Love’ during the active growing season, between spring and late summer, about every 4 weeks with a standard liquid fertilizer for green or foliage plants. In winter, it’s enough to just leave it be – it usually slows down its growth then anyway.

Overall, the ‘Ruby Love’ is an easy-care, decorative houseplant suitable for both beginners and advanced plant lovers. It forgives minor care mistakes and quickly shows whether it’s happy with its vibrant colors. It looks particularly beautiful as a statement piece on dressers or in contrasting colored pots that make its lively foliage stand out even more.

Summary of care instructions for Aglaonema Tom’s Pride

Location: Bright to partial shade. Can also stand at north-facing windows or in dark corners. However, the more light, the more intense the colors become!

Water requirements: Moderately moist: only water when the top 1–2 cm of soil are dry.

Humidity: Average to high. 50-60 %

Substrate: We recommend a special substrate mix.

Toxicity: Toxic if consumed!