Pearls And Jade Pothos Care - Teak And Terracotta

Welcome to our guide to pearls and jade pothos care…

Pearls And Jade Pothos Care Summary

Light needs:	Medium to bright indirect sunlight.
Watering needs:	Check weekly, water if top 50% of soil is dry.
Fertilizer:	A balanced plant feed once a month in the spring and summer months.
Soil:	A well draining potting compost, with added perlite.
Humidity:	50%.
Temperature:	18°C to 30°C (64-86°F).
Where to buy:	Try our list of Rare Plant Shops.
Common issues:	Pests like mealybugs and aphids.

Introduction

The pearls and jade pothos is a wide-leafed variegated pothos with mottled green splotches. It was produced and patented by the University of Florida.

Pearls And Jade Pothos Light Needs

Medium to bright indirect sunlight is best, don’t let it get direct sun that may burn the variegated areas of the leaves quickly.

How Often to Water

Check the soil once a week with your finger and water the plant if the top 50% or more is dry.

Fertilizer

Feed your pearls and jade pothos a balanced plant feed every month in the spring and summer months, do not feed them in winter.

Pearls And Jade Pothos Soil

Use a well draining potting compost, you can add some perlite for extra drainage.

When To Repot

Repot your plant when the roots outgrow their current pot. It’s worth checking them twice a year at least as they can grow very quickly.

Humidity

50% humidity or above is good, they are tropical houseplants after all.

Temperature

Keep your pothos ideally in the range 18°C to 30°C (64-86°F).

Where To Buy

Try our list of Rare Plant Shops.

Pearls And Jade Pothos Care FAQs and Common Problems

Mealybugs, aphids and other pests are common issues, so check for these regularly. Leaf burn from too much sunlight is another common problem that can occur on the variegated parts of the leaves especially.