Groundcover and Vines – Philodendron

Botanical name: philodendron hederaceum

Beginner friendly?: no

Average size at maturity: 10 – 20 ft in height and a 3 – 6 ft spread

Bloom time: summer

Hardy zone: zones 9-13

Flower color: green/white

Foliage color: green

Growth rate: grows up to 4 inches a week

Pruning instructions: trim as needed to maintain size

Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge

Landscape use: gardens or house plants

Light needs: at least 4 hours of sun a day

Special features: heart-shaped leaves

Watering instructions: water when the soil is completely dry

Fertilizing instructions : spray a thin layer of liquid fertilizer once or twice a month

Best time to plant: spring or summer

Best type of soil: loam

Companion plants: cast irons, peace lilies, ZZ plant

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested

Invasive species: no