Not doing well with your Philodendron 'Golden Diamond'? Here's a trick: glossy green leaves and lush, bushy growth

Soil: be sure to use a sandy loam containing humus to meet the Philodendron 'Golden Diamond' growth needs.

Water: keep the potting soil moist during the growing season, and adjust the amount of watering moderately according to the season and weather.

Light: avoid strong light; a bright living room suits the growth of Philodendron 'Golden Diamond'.

Temperature: keep the room temperature at 20°C, which is ideal, and keep it above 10°C in winter.

1. Soil

Philodendron 'Golden Diamond' is not demanding about soil, but the soil must be breathable. We can mix peat soil, vermiculite and perlite in a 4:1:1 ratio. This is both economical and sufficient to meet the growth needs of Philodendron 'Golden Diamond'.

2. Water

Philodendron 'Golden Diamond' likes water, so in daily care it should be watered frequently. Keep the potting soil moist, and adjust the amount of watering moderately according to the season and weather.

3. Light

Philodendron 'Golden Diamond' does not need much light; an environment like a living room or bedroom is enough. Normally it should be kept in a place with diffused light for care (such as a balcony). But be careful to avoid sunburn from excessively high summer temperatures.

4. Temperature

20°C is most suitable for the growth of Philodendron 'Golden Diamond'. It is afraid of cold, so in winter the room temperature should be kept above 10°C.

5. Points to note

1. Remove yellow leaves promptly. Philodendron 'Golden Diamond' has a fast metabolism as it grows, so yellowing leaves are a natural phenomenon. Simply cut off the yellow leaves to reduce nutrient consumption and keep it growing normally.

2. Fertilize on schedule. Philodendron 'Golden Diamond' needs plenty of fertilizer to grow, so fertilize frequently; nitrogen fertilizer is most suitable. After winter arrives, its growth slows, and at this point fertilizing should be stopped.