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Philodendron Squamiferum
A fantastic lobed-leafed Philodendron, the Squamiferum sports red, fuzzy stems, we cover e all you need to know about care and propagation.. Philodendron Squamiferum Care Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect light. Watering needs: Check weekly, water if to 50% of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced fertilizer monthly in spring and summer. Soil: A well draining chunky mix. Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 15°C to 24°C (60-75°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Other names: Hairy Philodendron, Red Bristle Philodendron. Common issues: Overwatering and underwatering causing leaf yellowing. Introduction The Philodendron Squamiferum has 5 lobes on its green foliage. The four lobes at the top are…
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Philodendron Black Cardinal
In this article we’ll run down how to get the best out of the philodendron black cardinal, a beautiful the key is bright light and careful watering… Philodendron Black Cardinal Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check once a week and water if top inch / 2cm of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced fertilizer every 2 or 3 weeks in the summer growing months. Soil: Well draining. Humidity: 50%. Temperature: 16-28°C (61-82°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Root rot. Introduction The philodendron black cardinal is known for it’s dark almost burgundy colored leaves, which start off as red.…
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Philodendron Brasil Care
Philodendron brasil care is relatively easy, these plants can survive a range of light ranges including lower light areas of your home. You need to let the top layer of soil dry out between watering to prevent root rot but other than that they are not fussy. Philodendron Brasil Care Summary Light needs: Will do well in low light areas up to lots of indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Water if top layer is dry, check once a week. Fertilizer: Not absolutely necessary, but you can feed a well-diluted balanced fertilizer once a month in the spring and summer months. Soil: A well-draining peat based potting compost. Humidity: Normal household humidity is…
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Philodendron Thai Sunrise Care
The philodendron Thai sunrise is easy to care for as long as you keep it humid. We run all you need to know about philodendron Thai sunrise care… Philodendron Thai Sunrise Care Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly, water if top half of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A well diluted balanced plant feed in spring and summer. Soil: A well draining potting mix with 20% perlite. Humidity: 50%. Temperature: 18°C to 25°C (64-77°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Leaf crisping from low humidity, leaf browning from overwatering. Introduction The philodendron thai sunrise, known for it’s…
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Philodendron Care
Welcome to our guide to philodendron care. Philodendrons are easy to care for and in general do well in most households, give them good light and water them regularly, allowing the top layer to dry out first… Philodendron Care Summary Light needs: Indirect sunlight from medium to bright. Watering needs: Let top layer dry out between waterings. Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer once a month in the warmer growing months. Soil: Peat based potting compost with plenty of organic matter or sphagnum. Humidity: Normal household humidity is ok, but they’ll thrive in a bit more, mist them a few time a week if you can. Temperature: Normal household temps, but don’t let…
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Philodendron Dark Lord
In this guide we run down how to get the best out of your philodendron dark lord… Philodendron Dark Lord Summary Light needs: Medium indirect sunlight is ideal. Watering needs: Check soil once a week and water if top 50% is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced fertilizer every 2 or 3 weeks in summer. Soil: A well draining potting compost. Humidity: 50% and above. Temperature: 16-28°C (61-82°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Over and underwatering. Introduction Dark, triangular leaves give this impressive philodendron its name, and it has dark burgundy undersides of it’s dark green leaves as well as dark red stems.…