philodendron sunlight requirements Philodendron 'Sunlight' – Conservatory Archives

philodendron sunlight requirements Philodendron 'Sunlight' – Conservatory ArchivesFiretruck red leaves first emerge for Philodendron Sunlight, fading into an array of deep green and burgundy. The low maintenance and shade tolerant nature of this plant mean theyre easy going, but with their tropical origins they do prefer some extra humidity so keep in mind to mist them every now and then to keep those glossy leaves happy. To encourage those bright red leaves keep this Philodendron somewhere bright, but out of harsh direct sun.

Firetruck red leaves first emerge for Philodendron ‘Sunlight’, fading into an array of deep green and burgundy. The low maintenance and shade tolerant nature of this plant mean they’re easy-going, but with their tropical origins they do prefer some extra humidity so keep in mind to mist them every now and then to keep those glossy leaves happy. To encourage those bright red leaves keep this Philodendron somewhere bright, but out of harsh direct sun.

WATERING

In S/S water when 20% of the top soil has dried out. In A/W allow top soil to dry out 50%. To increase humidity during S/S, mist the plant occasionally or sit it on top of a tray of pebbles with water.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Bright, indirect.

FEED

Use a houseplant fertiliser every two months from April - October.

REPOTTING

Repot every 2-3 years when pot is full. Use a well draining house plant compost with added draining medium like perlite.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens' height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.

Plant is supplied in its plastic nursery pot.