Light
Bright to medium indirect light.
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Philodendron: light, watering and growth habit
Philodendron. Climbing and self-heading philodendrons grow differently, so identify the habit before choosing a support.
Watering
Water after partial drying and maintain free drainage.
Soil
An airy tropical-houseplant mix.
More useful detail
Care over time
Through the seasons
Growth is faster in bright warm months; reduce water and feeding as days shorten.
Growth and maintenance
Climbers can be cut above a node; self-heading forms need space around the crown.
Plant
A simple care routine for Philodendron
- 1
Check the available light and moisture below the surface.
- 2
Match support and pruning to the plant’s actual growth habit.
- 3
Track new growth and change only one condition at a time.
Observation
Changes worth checking
- Long internodes
- Several yellow leaves
- A soft stem base
Important
Philodendrons contain irritating calcium oxalate crystals. Keep them away from children and pets.
Sources and further reading: University of Illinois Extension: houseplant care
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