A handy tip to know when water is to gently push your finger into the soil and test for moisture. You want the top of the soil to dry out slightly between watering, so watering times may differ depending on your climate. In Winter, you only need to water them once every 10 days or so. You may need to give your Philodendron plants a generous soak once a week during Spring and Summer when they are actively growing. It also helps to regularly mist their leaves and/or leave a bowl of water nearby to help increase humidity around the plant. To do this, choose a bright spot indoors with indirect light that is protected from drafts and harsh direct sunlight. Philodendrons are tropical climate natives, so the more you can do to replicate warm, moist conditions indoors, the more successfully they will grow. Using a premium quality and free-draining potting mix, like Scotts Osmocote Premium Potting Mix for Indoor Plants, is especially important as it is designed specifically for indoor plants and contains the necessary nutrients to keep your indoor plants healthy! It is also formulated without compost or pine bark which are known to shelter the peskiest indoor bug around – the Fungus Gnat! Light The age-old green-thumb secret is that when you start with the best, you’ll grow the best. Alternatively, grow them in a hanging basket and let them trail downwards. A moss pole is ideal for this and provides a place where the aerial roots can take hold. Some Philodendron varieties are vining plants so they will need support to climb upwards. Scotts Osmocote Mist+Feed for Indoor Plants.Scotts Osmocote Pour+Feed for Indoor Plants.Scotts Osmocote Premium Potting Mix for Indoor Plants.To successfully grow and care for Philodendron, you will need:
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