Troubleshooting
Aglaonema 'Lady Valentine' problems — and how to fix them
Aglaonema 'Lady Valentine' (Aglaonema 'Lady Valentine') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Pink fading to green
Too little light is the cause. Increase bright indirect light to keep the candy-pink colouring strong.
Brown patches on pink areas
The pink tissue is sensitive to dry air, sun and salts. Raise humidity, diffuse light and use filtered water.
Stem and root rot
From overwatering this slow-growing plant. Let the top third dry fully and ensure free drainage.
Cold-damage blotches
Below 15°C dark greasy spots appear and leaves drop; keep warm and away from cold windows.
Prevent aglaonema 'lady valentine' problems before they start
Most aglaonema 'lady valentine' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
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Aglaonema 'Lady Valentine' problems — FAQ
Why is my aglaonema 'lady valentine' pink fading to green?
Too little light is the cause. Increase bright indirect light to keep the candy-pink colouring strong.
Why is my aglaonema 'lady valentine' brown patches on pink areas?
The pink tissue is sensitive to dry air, sun and salts. Raise humidity, diffuse light and use filtered water.
Why is my aglaonema 'lady valentine' stem and root rot?
From overwatering this slow-growing plant. Let the top third dry fully and ensure free drainage.
Why is my aglaonema 'lady valentine' cold-damage blotches?
Below 15°C dark greasy spots appear and leaves drop; keep warm and away from cold windows.