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Silver Sword Philodendron Growing and Care Guide

May 19, 2023

How to Grow and Care For Silver Sword Philodendron

The Silver Sword Philodendron is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil, where it was once a common sight but unfortunately is now endangered as a result of deforestation. Outside of its natural habitat, this plant thrives outdoors in hot climates, and it also makes an excellent houseplant. It is a climbing plant with a chunky vine, and distinctive shimmering blue-green foliage. It can be grown as a climber with trellis for support, or it also works well as a trailing hanging plant.

Philodendron Burle Marx Growing and Care Guide

June 2, 2023

Philodendron Burle Marx Growing and Care Guide

This is one of the less common types of Philodendrons grown as houseplants. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil and is named after Roberto Burle Marx, who was a world-famous Brazilian landscape architect with a particular interest in using tropical plants in modern garden design.

How to propagate philodendron birkin

December 4, 2022

How to Propagate Philodendron Birkin

Like most types of philodendrons, the philodendron birkin is easy to propagate. This means you can create numerous new birkin plants for your collection, or to give to friends and family.

How much does a philodendron cost

June 2, 2023

How Much Does a Philodendron Cost?

The cost of a philodendron plant will differ depending on a number of factors. These include the species of philodendron, the size of the philodendron, the condition of the philodendron, and the place you buy it from. Common philodendron plants will typically cost between $15 and $40, while rare philodendrons can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

Philodendron Birkin Growing and Care Guide

June 2, 2023

Philodendron Birkin Growing and Care Guide

This stunning Philodendron is taking the plant world by storm, with its unusual creamy pinstripe variegation set against a dark green base. The trending plant is gaining a growing audience by the day, as Instagram is flooded with images of the striking foliage.

How to propagate philodendron brasil

June 2, 2023

How to Propagate Philodendron Brasil

Philodendron brasil is an extremely popular houseplant, thanks to their quirky trailing habit, lush evergreen foliage, and easy care qualities. Fortunately if you want to produce more of these plants to have around your home, you can do so by propagating them.

What causes philodendron leaves to turn yellow

June 1, 2023

What Causes Philodendron Leaves to Turn Yellow?

There are a number of issues that can cause philodendron leaves to turn yellow. The most common problems are overwatering or underwatering, inadequate lighting, nutrient deficiency, or a pest infestation.

How long does a philodendron live

June 1, 2023

How Long Does a Philodendron Live?

When grown in their native habitats in the wild, philodendron plants can actually live for over a century. The length of time your philodendron lives will be dependent on the level of care you give it, as well as the type of philodendron it is.

Philodendron Mamei Growing and Care Guide

June 1, 2023

Philodendron Mamei Growing and Care Guide

This plant is native to Ecuador, where it grows only along the eastern slope of the Andes. As a creeper its habitat is predominantly the forest floor, though it will also start to climb up the base of trees and other plants.