The Heartleaf Philodendron is a beautiful plant with heart shaped green leaves and a vine like structure
This plant is very popular and is a staple in most plant lovers homes
This aroid requires a light soil
A mix of potting soil, perlite and orchid bark will keep the roots happiest
Any well drained pot can be used
The Heartleaf Philodendron grows relatively quickly and does best when allowed to trail or climb
The Philodendron Heartleaf enjoys brightindirect or dappled light
It will tolerate lower indirect light if it has some brighter moments in the day
Water your plant when the soil is dry
Aroids do not like to be overly wet
Watering is best done on a regular schedule so the plant is not over or under watered, as both can cause stress on the plant
Apply a good quality fertilizer monthly through spring and summer
Keep the plant at a low of 65 Degrees F. to upward of 85 Degrees F. It enjoys warmth and humidity
It’s easy to prune and shape these plants to whatever length and fullness you desire
Since the Heartleaf is a trailing plant, it will need to be hung up in a hanging pot when the leaves start vining down the side of the pot
Propagation is easily done through leaf node stem cuttings
You need a 3 to 6 inch leaf stem with a couple of nodes and healthy growth
Place the node into a jar with water
After several weeks roots will grow, then you can plant