Annual – ‘Red Congo’ Philodendron

‘Red Congo’ Philodendron

Botanical name: philodendron tatei ‘red congo’

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: can reach 2-3 ft in height and in spread if grown in tropical or indoor environments 

Hardy zone: zones 9-11 

Growth rate: grows less than 1 ft per year 

Foliage color: green, red 

Pruning instructions: prune as needed to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer months 

Landscape use: container plant, porch accent, sunroom, annual focal point

Special features: disease resistant, heat tolerant, shade tolerant

Light needs: no more than 4 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: keep soil consistently moist but not soggy 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release balanced fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: loam, sand 

Companion plants: swamp milkweed, ferns, fountain grass 

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no