How to Grow Pothos? Detailed Guide to Care Methods and Precautions

I. Temperature Requirements

The ideal growing temperature for pothos is between 15-25°C. Below 5°C, the leaves will turn yellow, and around 0°C, cold damage may occur. When caring for it in northern regions in winter, avoid low temperatures.

II. Light Requirements

Pothos requires bright indirect light and is also fairly shade-tolerant. During care, direct sunlight is not recommended, otherwise sunburn damage will occur.

III. Water Requirements

During care, keep the potting soil in a moist state; do not water too much or too little. Long-term dryness will cause the leaves to turn yellow and become smaller, and the internodes of the leaves tend to become too long. If the potting soil remains waterlogged for a long time, root rot will occur.

IV. Fertilizer Requirements

Pothos grows relatively quickly and also has a relatively high fertilizer demand. During care, repot the soil once every 1-2 years, and a portion of base fertilizer can be mixed into the soil to meet its long-term needs. During the annual growing season, apply a dilute fertilizer once every half month.

V. Common Pests and Diseases

The common one is leaf spot disease. Circular yellow spots will appear on the leaves and will also turn black, and the leaf tissue inside the circular spots will rot. If only a small amount occurs, pruning the leaves can be used as a method, cutting off the diseased parts. If the occurrence is severe, pesticides such as thiophanate-methyl and carbendazim can be sprayed.

VI. Precautions

Pothos requires relatively high air humidity. If indoor air humidity is low, the leaf tips will dry out. This can be improved by increasing misting to raise the humidity of the surrounding environment. After being kept at home for a period of time, it will send out very long stems, which can be pruned appropriately according to needs so that the stems can be controlled. At the same time, the cut stems can be re-cuttings to form new potted plants.