Easy care
Philodendron
Philodendron spp.
A tropical foliage plant available in both compact and climbing forms.
Care notes by theboxerge Updated
About this plant
Philodendrons can create a leafy tabletop display or grow along a support, depending on the species. Identify the growth habit before choosing a small shelf or a tall climbing pole.
Care at a glance
- Light
- Filtered light; protect from strong direct sun.
- Temperature
- 60-85 °F
- Watering
- Let the upper compost begin drying, then water and drain fully.
- Soil
- A draining houseplant mix in a container with open drainage holes.
- Humidity
- high humidity
Plan your care
Check whether your philodendron is a climbing type or a self-supporting form. A climbing support is useful only when the plant has stems that can be trained onto it.
Leave room for new foliage and inspect ties as growth develops. When the plant grows slowly, compare light and moisture with its normal conditions before increasing feed or moving it into a much larger pot.
Growing tips
Water after the upper compost starts to dry and let excess drain away. Keep climbing stems supported and allow air around the leaves. Avoid strong direct sun and cold draughts.
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