It’s thought that philodendron ‘Florida Green’ was developed by botanist Robert McColley in Florida in the 1950s.
Lots of bright, indirect light and humidity will help it grow more quickly.
Use a sphagnum moss pole or trellis to support the vine as it grows taller.
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Light
Give your philodendron ‘Florida Green’ lots of bright, indirect light.
An east-facing window is ideal.
Avoid harsh, direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves and harm the plant.
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Use a sheer curtain to filter stronger light from south-facing or west-facing windows.
Water
Keep the soil of your philodendron ‘Florida Green’ moist but not soggy.
Check drip trays and cache pots to ensure the plant never sits in water.
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Temperature and Humidity
Temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit and humidity above 60% are ideal.
Group ‘Florida Green’ together with other humidity-loving plants to help create a humid microclimate.
Use apebble trayor run a humidifier to add moisture to the air around your plants.
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Stop fertilizing in fall, but resume feeding in late winter the following year.
It’s best to do this during the growing season.
Save cuttings to propagate into new plants.
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it’s possible for you to propagate your plant by rooting stem cuttings in water or in soil.
Another sign that your plant is root bound is when water runs off the soil rather than being absorbed.
Plan to repot in the spring for best results.
Common Pests & Plant Diseases
Several common houseplant pests can affect philodendron ‘Florida Green’.
Be watchful for signs of insects likemealybugs,scale,spider mites, and white fly.
Control pests usinginsecticidal soaporneem oil.
Here are a few signs to watch for and how to address them.
If the yellowing happens very quickly,root rotcould be the cause.
Check for this by smelling the soil and digging gently to see if the roots are black or mushy.
Drooping Leaves
Both underwatering and overwatering can cause leaves to droop.
Check the soil moisture and adjust your watering schedule accordingly.
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Yes, philodendron ‘Florida Green’ makes an excellent houseplant if it receives enough light and proper trellising.
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