Golden Pothos Plant

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The Golden Pothos is one of the world's best-selling plants and for a good reason! They are impossible to kill, hence their nickname, Devil's Ivy. Golden Pothos are low-maintenance plants and don't need much water to feel happy. These green beauties are attractive in hanging planters and look great on bookshelves and tabletops. A natural air purifier, the Golden Pothos also makes an ideal addition to your bedroom.

Golden Pothos Plant Care Guide

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Golden Pothos Care & Buying Guide

This plant loves low to medium indirect light.

Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Pothos love high levels of humidity. Spritz occasionally.

Ideally, the Pothos grows their best when temperatures are between 70°-90°F.

Outside: Grow in full sun (6-8 hours) to partial shade (4-6 hours) where nights are above 60°F.

Indoors: The Golden Pothos prefers bright, indirect light for at least six hours in a southern, eastern and western windows.

Fertilize every two to three months during their growing period in the spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer or topical granular soil fertilizer. Let the plant rest in the fall and winter.

When receiving the plant, do not repot immediately but wait at least 6-12 months or if the roots are beginning to get crowded and growing through the drainage holes. Repot in the spring, using a 2" bigger pot to keep the roots drier. (Too big of a pot could cause the soil to dry slower, which is not helpful.) Use a well-draining indoor potting mix with perlite to help with drainage.

Water your plant in the old pot before transferring over and let sit an hour. Place a piece of screening at the bottom of the container over the drainage hole to secure the soil and allow to drain. Add soil to the bottom to elevate the root ball. Lift the plant and release the roots against the existing planter. Use a clean knife or garden trowel to wedge between the pot and the soil to loosen. Inspect the root ball.

Notice if there are any dead or rotting roots and trim off with sterile pruners. If the plant is rootbound, cut through the roots to alleviate continued encircling. Ensure the plant is sitting about 1" below the edge of the pot to avoid water spillage. Add more soil and backfill around the sides by tamping down. Fill up to the soil line but not over. Water thoroughly, leaving the soil damp but not soggy. If settling occurs, add more soil.

To clean the leaves and alleviate dust particles: Shower them from above. Fill a watering-can with filtered, distilled, or tap water that has been sitting for 24 hours and is free of chemicals (chlorine or fluoride). Place the plant in a sink and lightly wash the leaves with a shower spray end watering can. Trim off any yellow leaves with sterile scissors. Remove any debris from the soil and replenish soil if needed. Inspect for any insects at this time. Prune the vines up to 2 inches from the soil line to create lushness at the top. As they spills over the rim of the container, trim to maintain their shape and size at your preference. Remove any dried or discolored leaves to keep the plant vigorous.

Stem Cutting: In early spring, take a pothos cutting, use sharp pruners to remove a cutting from a tip off the vine. Cut at least 5-6 inches of stem to propagate. Place in a vase with water to root. Change the water each week with filtered, bottled, or tap water sitting at least 24 hours.

After 3-4 weeks, check to make sure the stem has 1-2 inch, well-formed roots. If so, it's time to plant. *Fill a small container with drainage holes (too large of a container for the cutting will make it challenging to regulate watering needs) using an indoor well-draining potting mix. Mix a little rooting hormone into the soil. Poke a hole in the soil with a pencil. Then, place the cutting in the hole and tamp the soil down around them. Water the plant and keep them in medium to bright indirect sunlight. After 4-6 weeks, the roots should establish.

Division: Divide the Golden Pothos in the early spring when emerging from dormancy. Pull from the container and cut through the roots with a sharp knife or pruners. Repot in a rich, indoor potting soil mix. Use a container 2 inches bigger than the root ball with drainage and is deep enough for the roots to grow. Place the roots at the same level as the previous pot adding soil at the bottom if necessary. Set them in bright, indirect sunlight and water. Check the moisture and humidity each day and add misting to keep the soil moist while the roots establish. After 6-8 weeks, roots will begin to form. You can tug onto the stem to ensure the roots are establishing.

Golden Pothos: Overview

The Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a vibrant, drought-tolerant plant, popular for its lush green foliage and trailing growth habit. Also known as the Devil’s Ivy, it belongs to the Araceae family and thrives in USDA zones 10-11.

A popular vining plant with stems reaching up to 6 feet indoors, this tropical plant can grow in various light conditions indoors and thrives in high-humidity environments. You can grow it in hanging baskets on the porch or plant it in the ground outdoors in warmer climates.

The Golden Pothos can tolerate occasional neglect, even as an indoor houseplant, making it perfect for people with busy schedules or novice gardeners.

Golden Pothos plants are associated with wealth and good luck in Feng Shui. However, remember that it is toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of playful dogs and cats.

Epipremnum Aureum: Benefits

A resilient and low-maintenance plant that is almost impossible to kill
Aesthetically pleasing, perfect for greening up indoor and outdoor spaces
A natural air purifier, it enhances indoor air quality
Symbolizes good fortune, success, and financial prosperity

Golden Pothos: Care Guide

The Golden Pothos is an easy-care plant, ideal for plant lovers, new to indoor gardening. This hardy houseplant will flourish in almost any setting, provided you meet its watering needs correctly. Smart watering your pothos plant is always a good option. Here are some Golden Pothos care tips to help your plant stay healthy and happy:

Watering and Light

The Golden Pothos is a low-water potted plant. Hence, overwatering can be one of the most serious problems with your green companion. Water your Pothos only when the topsoil layer feels dry. However, it may require more frequent watering as a young starter plant.

This plant prefers bright to medium, indirect light. Resilient in nature, it can also tolerate low-light conditions. Prolonged exposure to direct light can cause scorched leaves with brown spots and tips.

Temperature and Humidity

Golden Pothos enjoys a warm and humid environment with temperatures between 70-90°F and high air moisture levels. Spritz your plant occasionally or place it on a pebble tray to maintain humidity. Alternatively, keep it in the bathrooms or kitchen.

Soil, Feeding, and Repotting

Your Epipremnum aureum prefers well-draining soil with good aeration. Fertilize your Golden Pothos with a balanced fertilizer in the growing season. Repot it every 2 years or when the plant outgrows its container. Replant your pothos plant if it’s struggling and suffering from root rot to refresh the soil. Trim the damaged root system and pick a 2-inch larger pot to encourage healthier growth.

Pruning and Propagation

Trim leggy stems to promote a bushier appearance. Cut off damaged foliage promptly to encourage the plant’s energy to turn into healthy new growth.

Propagating your pothos from cuttings in water or soil is the most popular method. In addition, you can multiply your plant by division or via the air layering technique.

Common Issues

Common issues with your Golden Pothos are often soft, yellow, browning, or curly leaves. Avoid overwatering your plant and maintain high humidity levels indoors. Direct sunlight exposure can harm your Golden Pothos, causing brown leaves. Pests like mealybugs and spider mites can be a problem, so check your plant regularly and treat it with insecticide if necessary.