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How to Grow Philodendron Plants

Philodendrons are easy to grow and make great houseplants. As a matter of fact, they are amongst the easiest to to grow indoor plants. Philodendron thrive in the conditions of your home, and are low maintenance. They are grown for their foliage, which comes in a variety of sizes and shades of green. Philodendrons require very low light level conditions. Place them wherever you want, in any room of the house.

Philodendrons can be grown either in a pot on a tabletop, in pots, or in hanging baskets. To grow them in pots, allow them to grow to the desired size and trim back any new growth and runners.

Did You Know? Philodendrons are poisonous. Keep young children and pets away from it.


Propagation:

Philodendrons can be propagated by snipping off and rooting runners, or sections of vines. The vines should have two or three tiny root nodes. Place the cutting in a glass partially filled with water. Allow the roots to grow to an inch or more. Then, transplant the into a pot or container.  Cuttings can be placed directly into moist soil. Make sure not to let the soil dry out. We recommend rooting in water first.


How to Grow Philodendron:

Philodendrons are easy to care for. They like a well drained, potting soil which contains a lot of rich organic matter. Apply liquid fertilizer once every two or three weeks and they will grow well.

Philodendron will do well in low or very low light conditions. These plants thrive in any room of your house.

The leaves of the plant should be given a cleaning once a month, with a damp sponge or cloth. This will remove dust build-up, that is visible on the big, shiny leaves. Mist the plants every few days during really dry conditions, to keep the leaves vibrant.

Philodendrons can be grown outside, or transplanted outdoors in the spring. They are susceptible to frost. So, make sure to put them out after the last frost date for your area, and bring them back indoors before the first frost.


Insects and Disease:

Philodendron will generally do not have many disease problems. Aphids, mites and other tiny insects can occasionally bother the plants. Wipe the leaves with a cloth dampened with a insecticidal soap will help keep insect problems to a minimum.


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