Philodendron Birkin Plant Care

Water the Philodendron Brandi plant deeply, but allow the top of the soil to become moderately dry before the next watering. Philodendrons are tough plants, so they will not be bothered if you forget to water your plant once or twice. If your plant has droopy and curly leaves, it is receiving insufficient water supply.

Cutting back philodendron plants is beneficial if the plant is taking up too much space in the room, or if the plant looks long and leggy. This type of pruning is best done in spring or fall. You can safely give your philodendron a light trim any time of year to remove yellowing leaves and trim spindly growth.

Philodendrons are not heavy feeders, but they do benefit from a bit of fertilizing, especially during the growing season. Using a quality fertilizer will help your philodendron to grow larger and more vibrant leaves.

Being a Philodendron, it is quite tough and competitive, so grows well under trees or in crowded plantings. It takes anything from full sun to full shade. Xanadu is occasionally grown as an indoor plant, where it should do well if not over-watered.

Philodendrons grow best in soil that is consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top inch of the soil is dry, keeping in mind that soil in unglazed clay or ceramic containers tends to dry out faster than soil in plastic or glazed containers.

Philodendron grow well in normal household temperatures, between 70°-80ºF during the day and above 55º F at night.

Initially, a philodendron should be planted in a container that is slightly larger than its root ball and has ample drainage holes.

All parts of the plant contain needle-like calcium oxalate crystals, which if chewed or eaten, can cause immediate pain or a burning sensation and swelling of the lips, mouth, tongue and throat. Swelling may cause copious salivation, difficulty in breathing, swallowing or speaking.

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