{"product_id":"heartleaf-philodendron-4","title":"Heartleaf Philodendron (4\")","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rqsgmj\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"25\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHeartleaf Philodendron\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"92\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eName (Common)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eHeartleaf Philodendron, Cordatum Philodendron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"111\"\u003ePhilodendron hederaceum\u003cbr data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eOften sold as Philodendron cordatum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"193\"\u003eCare Difficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"196\"\u003eEasy. A dependable, forgiving houseplant that is ideal for beginners, offices, and low-maintenance plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"538\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"340\"\u003eBright, indirect light is best. It also tolerates medium and lower light, although growth may be slower and stems may become more spaced out. Avoid strong afternoon sun, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eWater Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"565\"\u003eAllow the top 1 to 2 inches of soil to dry before watering. Water thoroughly, then allow excess water to drain away. Reduce watering during winter when growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"840\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"747\"\u003ePrefers moderate humidity, around 40 to 60%, but adapts well to average household conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"856\"\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eNot pet safe. It contains calcium oxalate crystals and may cause mouth irritation, drooling, or stomach upset if chewed by cats, dogs, or people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eGrowth Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003eFast. It produces long trailing or climbing vines throughout the active growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eExpected Mature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kraj\" data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eVines: 4 to 10 feet indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1neyyqz\" data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eSpread: 2 to 3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xv508m\" data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eLeaves become larger when the plant is allowed to climb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003ePot Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003eRepot every 2 to 3 years, or when roots become crowded. Choose a pot with drainage holes and move up only one pot size at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003eWhere it Grows Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003eIndoors in bright to medium indirect light and temperatures between 65 and 85°F. 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The name cordatum remains common in the houseplant trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003eCan it climb or trail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003eYes. It trails beautifully from a hanging basket but can also climb a moss pole or trellis. Climbing encourages larger leaves and stronger mature growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003eHow do I make it fuller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003eTrim the growing tips regularly to encourage branching. Stem cuttings can also be rooted and planted back into the original pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2848\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003eCan it grow in low light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003eYes, but growth will be slower and the vines may become thin or widely spaced. Bright, indirect light produces the fullest growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"3029\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2886\"\u003eHow often should I fertilize it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003eFeed once a month during spring and summer with a balanced houseplant fertilizer at half strength. Reduce or stop fertilizing during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3031\" data-end=\"3242\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3031\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003eWhy are the leaves turning yellow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3072\"\u003eYellow leaves are most often caused by overwatering, poor drainage, or soil that remains wet for too long. Allow the top portion of the soil to dry before watering again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"u0ofjh\" data-start=\"3244\" data-end=\"3265\"\u003eShipping Guarantee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3267\" data-end=\"3451\"\u003eEvery Heartleaf Philodendron is carefully inspected, watered, and securely packaged before shipping. 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