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How often to water a philodendron
Philodendron hederaceum
Spring–autumn 7 days
Winter 11 days
In a bright room, water your philodendron about every 7 days from spring to autumn and every 11 days in winter. Check that the top of the soil is dry first.
By season and light
| Season | Bright spot | Lower light |
|---|---|---|
| Spring to autumn (Apr–Oct) | every 7 days | every 9 days |
| November and March | every 9 days | every 11 days |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | every 11 days | every 14 days |
These are the starting intervals Trellis uses when you add a philodendron. Growth slows in winter, so the interval is stretched 1.5× in Dec–Feb and 1.25× in November and March, and 1.3× in lower light (seasons are flipped in the Southern Hemisphere). Pot size and room temperature change things, so adjust to how fast the soil dries.
Where to put it
Copes with lower light
Bright shade; copes with low light
Seasonal notes
Winter
- Keep it a little drier in winter
Tips for your philodendron
- Water when the top of the soil is dry
- Cuttings root easily in water
- Smaller new leaves mean it wants more light
- Dust the leaves to bring back the shine
Trellis
Add your philodendron and Trellis reminds you on watering day
- Starts at every 7 days. You can change it any time
- Invite family and see who watered what (free)
- Keep growth photos and share them as cards
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