Tolerates Low Light
Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light, Low Light)
Below Average Watering Needs
Mature Height 2-3 Feet

The ZZ Plant has attractive, wide, dark-green foliage. It makes a statement wherever it is placed. This plant tolerates a variety of conditions and is easy to care for. This is a slow-growing plant that reaches a height of 3 feet, making it a favorite for a number of spaces. It is also loved for its air-purifying qualities.

Best Locations For Growing ZZ Plant

This is a versatile plant, as you can grow it in practically any space. It is a favorite for family rooms and offices.

ZZ Plant Sunlight Requirements

Place ZZ Plant in a space that has bright indirect light. It also tolerates low light conditions without too much of a fuss.

ZZ Plant Care

Plant ZZ Plant in any well-drained potting soil. The ZZ Plant is a slow grower; it will only need to be repotted every 2-3 years. This plant is not picky about pot size. Ideally, you want to upgrade the pot size by one to two inches when repotting. Remove yellow leaves as needed. Prune stems above soil level as desired. Never expose the plant to temperatures below 40 degrees F.

Watering ZZ Plant

Water deeply and wait until the soil has dried completely to water again. It is moderately tolerant of drought.

Feeding ZZ Plant

Any balanced, liquid houseplant fertilizer applied once a month is all the feed the ZZ plant needs. Apply when watering.

ZZ Plant Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light, Low Light

Care Requirements: Easy

Watering Requirements: Below Average - Let the soil dry completely, then, water deeply.

Pet Friendly: No

Kid Friendly: No

Air Purifier: Moderate

Habit: Upright

Growth Rate: Slow

Mature Height: 2-3 feet

Mature Spread: 2-3 feet

Flowering: Yes

Flower Color(s): White

Flower Shade/Description: Cream-Colored

Fragrant: Yes

Foliage Type:

Foliage Color(s): Black, Green, Purple

Foliage Description: Bright Lime-Green with Deep Purple, Almost Black Shade

Temperature: 65° - 85°F (18° - 29°C)

Humidity: Around 40%

Common Name: ZZ Plant

Other Name(s): Zz Plant

Scientific Name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia

Plant Type: House Plant

SKU:: Zamioculcas_Zamiifolia-HP

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

1 Review - ZZ Plant Show Reviews

5
so easy

Posted by Mina on Apr 11, 2020

I've been growing this plant now for 6 months, and I barely remember to do anything to it and it is doing great. Perfect plant for me, because I can never keep anything alive. Now I need to find some other plants like this that are hard to kill! haha

ZZ Plant