Pothos Care Guide
A symbol of determination and desire due to being one of the toughest plants that survives all odds. They produce long vines, which can also signify reaching for the stars!
Light: Medium
Grows best in bright to medium indirect light. It tolerates low light, but growth slows and the leaves show less gold.
Water: Low
Allow the top two inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Use this as a simple watering schedule rather than watering on a fixed day each week.
Humidity: High
Pothos plants love high levels of humidity. Spritz occasionally or place the plant near other humidity-loving houseplants.
Temperature:
70
to
90
Ideally, the Pothos grows best when temperatures are between 70°-90°F.
Hardiness Zones: 10|11
Outside: Grow in full sun to partial shade where nights are above 60°F. Indoors, avoid harsh direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Indoors: The Golden Pothos prefers bright, indirect light for at least six hours in south-, east-, or west-facing windows.
Fertilizing: Seasonally
Fertilize every two to three months during their growing period in the spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer or topical granular soil fertilizer. Let the plant rest in the fall and winter.
Re-potting: 2 Years
Wait 6 to 12 months before repotting, or until roots grow through the drainage holes. In spring, move it to a pot about 2 inches wider with drainage holes. A terra cotta pot and a mix of indoor potting soil, perlite, and orchid bark help extra water drain away.
Cleaning: Monthly
To clean the leaves and alleviate dust particles: Shower them from above. Fill a watering-can with filtered, distilled, or tap water that has been sitting for 24 hours and is free of chemicals (chlorine or fluoride). Place the plant in a sink and lightly wash the leaves with a shower spray end watering can. Trim off any yellow leaves with sterile scissors. Remove any debris from the soil and replenish soil if needed. Inspect for any insects at this time. Prune the vines up to 2 inches from the soil line to create lushness at the top. As the vines spill over the rim of the container, trim to maintain their shape and size at your preference. Remove any dried or discolored leaves to keep the plant vigorous.
Propagation: Stem Cutting
Stem cutting: In spring, cut a 5 to 6 inch vine tip just below a leaf node and root it in water, changing the water weekly. After 3 to 4 weeks, when the roots are 1 to 2 inches long, plant it in a small pot of well-draining mix.
Division: In early spring, cut the root ball into sections with a clean knife and pot each one at its original depth in fresh mix.
