What are the cultivation methods and precautions for pothos (Epipremnum aureum)?

Pothos is the most common plant to grow, so the cultivation methods for pothos are very important. Next, let us learn together about the cultivation methods and precautions for pothos.

In spring, summer, and autumn, pothos can be placed near a window facing east or north, while in winter it can be placed at a south-facing window. If it is kept for a long time in an environment with overly dim light, it will not only cause the trailing stems to grow leggy, with longer internodes and a sparse, sprawling plant shape, but the yellow-white striped markings on the leaves will also become smaller and paler, and may even lose their markings entirely and fade to green.

If it is grown outdoors, pay attention to shading, and especially in summer take care to prevent direct strong sunlight, otherwise new leaves will become smaller, the leaf color will be dull, and the leaf margins will easily be scorched. The suitable temperature for pothos growth is 20°C-30°C, and in winter the room temperature should not be lower than 15°C.

During the growing season, watering should keep the potting soil moist most of the time, and the potting soil must not be allowed to dry out, otherwise yellowing leaves and a poor plant shape are likely. If too much water causes water to accumulate in the pot, it can easily lead to root rot and withered leaves, and especially when winter room temperatures are low, watering must be controlled even more carefully. In summer, while watering thoroughly, also pay attention to frequently misting the leaf surface. In winter, when the climate is dry, the leaves also need to be sprayed and washed once every 4-5 days with warm water to wash away dust on the leaf surface, which helps keep the leaves glossy and emerald green.

Cultivation methods for pothos

1) Soil cultivation

To grow flowers well, soil is very important. The reason many flower lovers cannot grow flowers well and keep losing them is that soil is a very important factor. So when flower lovers grow spider plants, if conditions allow, it is recommended to use nutrient soil, or soil with good permeability that you make yourself.

Having covered soil, next comes the growing environment and watering. From the habits of pothos we can also see that pothos tolerates shade but avoids direct sunlight, so when choosing a growing environment, a ventilated place with diffused light is best. Watering is a very interesting matter, and many flower lovers cannot get it right. It should be said here that with different soils, different pots, and different regions, the amount and frequency of watering are all different. Flower lovers should mainly judge whether to water based on the moisture of the soil. A little dryness is not a problem, but do not let water accumulate every day.

2) Hydroponics

Actually, there are two types of hydroponics. One is pure hydroponics, and the other is filling a pot or teacup with vermiculite and then filling it with water. Of these two, the vermiculite method is relatively simpler. There is no special trick; it mainly depends on the environment, which can refer to soil cultivation. As for watering, that issue no longer exists, and flower lovers can water freely.

Precautions for growing pothos

The precautions are rather hard to explain, because the most important precautions are all the most basic ones. Here is a brief summary:

1) Soil: It is best to use soil with good air permeability, and do not use garden soil dug up from outside.

2) Light: Pothos avoids direct sunlight, so it can be kept in shade, but it should not be placed under the sun.

3) Watering: Flower lovers growing in soil can visually check or feel the soil with their hands, and water again if it is dry. Also, you should understand your own soil and see whether it tends to accumulate water or drains well, and pay attention to watering accordingly.

3) Fertilizing: Fertilizing can make plants grow vigorously, but pothos is generally grown in small pots, so when fertilizing, be sure to use thin fertilizer and apply it frequently.

The above is all the content I have summarized for everyone on what the cultivation methods and precautions for pothos are. I hope this article can help everyone.