Annual – ZZ Plant

ZZ Plant

Botanical name: zamioculcas zamiifolia 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 2 ft in height with up to a 4 ft spread if grown in tropical or indoor environments

Hardy zone: zones 10-12 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 1-3 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green

Pruning instructions: light prune during the winter/early spring months 

Propagation methods: propagate using tubers 

Landscape use: porch accent, container plant, shade garden, sunroom 

Special features: shade tolerant, disease resistant, drought tolerant 

Light needs: 2-4 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow almost all of the soil dry between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : optional slow release balanced fertilizer in the spring 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: loam, sand 

Companion plants: cast iron, hosta, snake plant, spider plant 

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no