Philodendron Hope $20

The light requirements of the philo hope can be described as moderate. They don’t need full sun, nor they enjoy it, but they also shouldn’t be kept in the dark.

Natural, diffused, moderate light is what works best for these plants.

Direct light will cause sunburn and even too much bright, indirect light can cause nutritional deficiencies by over-stimulating growth productivity. However, you can overcome this with regular fertilizing.

Therefore, moderation is key when it comes to light exposure.

Philodendrons are epiphytic plants that are sensitive to overwatering. To prevent overwatering, you must check the moisture level of the soil, every time you decide to water the plant.

You should allow the soil to dry a bit before watering, so that you don’t get to a point where the plant sits in soggy water.

An easy way to keep watering at a good ratio is to water when the top 2 inches of the soil feel dry. This method will keep you from watering more often that it’s needed.