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Kaytif25

I’ve had my Philodendron for more than a couple months now and it just hasn’t had much growth at all. It seems healthy enough, other than the fact it doesn’t grow. Any suggestions?

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  1. Jenna

    Are you in a colder area? Some plants go dormant for the winter. Good luck!

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  2. Sunny

    Does the pot have drainage? Do you fertilize it? Is it getting 8 hours of bright natural light (South or West) or 12 hours under a grow light each day? Poor drainage, low light and low or no fertilizer can slow growth.

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  3. Sunny

    Check the roots. The top soil area looks a bit narrow for that size plant. My first thought was to put it in a wider pot, 4” or 5”, if that opening is less than 4. I would use a plastic pot and a cute outer ceramic pot to make it easier to inspect the roots.

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  4. KJM

    So many options to choose from! It is Winter though so it could just be the season. Most of my plants slow down in the winter, but I live in Iowa and it's been pretty gray around here.

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  5. Marc75

    Change pot to one with drainage holes. Swap for a chunky tropical mix soil or even consider self watering

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  6. Nina9

    Patience, it will grow!!!

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