Golden Pothos purifies the air like a vacuum cleaner, and the more you care for it, the glossier its leaves become

At times like this, we might consider placing a potted green plant at home that can absorb formaldehyde and purify the air. Although it cannot completely eradicate the problem, it still has a preventive effect. The Golden Pothos among plants is a famous "vacuum cleaner" - it can absorb various harmful gases from the air, and with long-term care, it will surely have a significant effect!

The leaves of the Golden Pothos are glossy green, broad and thick. Keeping it in the living room not only purifies the air but also decorates the home. In addition, this plant has a good symbolic meaning and benefits the feng shui of the home. Placing one pot can be said to bring many benefits. So now let me tell everyone about the care methods for the Golden Pothos!

1. Soil selection

To grow a Golden Pothos, you first need to choose the right soil. The Golden Pothos does not have very complex soil requirements; generally, fertile soil with good air permeability will do. If conditions allow, you can also choose humus soil or go to a specialized flower market to buy some nutrient soil for cultivation. The Golden Pothos is a typical southern plant, so friends caring for it in the north should try to neutralize the soil's pH as much as possible, so as to prevent root rot.

2. Light intensity

The Golden Pothos is a light-loving plant. As long as it gets plenty of sunlight, it will grow very vigorously. Try to avoid placing it in dark areas or places with weak light, otherwise yellow leaves and root rot may occur. In autumn and winter, try to maintain reasonable lighting, but in summer when the sun is scorching, it needs shade to prevent the leaves from being scorched.

3. Watering amount

The Golden Pothos needs the soil in the pot to be kept moist as much as possible, which means the watering amount will be somewhat larger. During the growing season, we not only need to water enough but also need to spray water mist on the leaves every day to keep them moist. However, be careful to avoid water accumulation. In winter, the Golden Pothos enters its dormant period, so the frequency of watering needs to be reduced, so as to ensure it grows vigorously without root rot.

4. Fertilization status

Generally, the amount and timing of fertilization determine how well a plant grows. The growing season of the Golden Pothos is concentrated from May to September. During this time, we need to apply a bit more fertilizer, trying to maintain a frequency of about once every 3 days, so as to ensure there are enough nutrients to support growth. In winter, growth slows down, and both the amount of fertilizer and the amount of water need to be reduced.