Silver Pothos, also known as Silver Satan’s Pothos, is a widely popular indoor plant that adds a touch of green to any room. It’s easy to grow and a perfect choice for beginners as it requires minimal care. In this blog post, we’ll take you through everything you need to know on how to grow and care for your Pothos, including pot type, soil type, water and light requirements, fertilizer, and how to propagate it.
Best Pot Type for Silver Pothos
Before planting, ensure that the pot has proper drainage holes to prevent root rot. Always choose a pot that is slightly bigger than the root ball as plants do not like excess space around them. A too big pot can lead to over-watering, which can be quite damaging to the plant’s health.
Best Soil Type
Silver Pothos prefers well-draining soil with medium moisture levels. A good mix can include peat moss, perlite, and vermiculite. A slightly acidic soil is also suitable for Silver Pothos. Ensure that the soil stays moist, but not too soggy. I have a blog post I wrote on best soil for pothos-you can click here to read it.
Light Requirements
Silver Pothos plants do well in medium to low light and indirect exposure to sunlight. Too much direct sunlight can lead to leaf scorching, while too little sunlight can result in slow growth. If you don’t have that perfect window you can always use an LED grow light.
Water Requirements
As for watering, it’s best to wait until the top inch of soil has dried out before watering. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure the soil is well-drained and not too soggy. Additionally, Silver Pothos leaves can turn yellow if overwatered.
Fertilizer Needs
To maintain healthy growth, fertilize your Silver Pothos once a month in the growing season, from spring to fall. Use a balanced fertilizer with an NPK of 20-20-20, diluted to half strength. Over-fertilizing can lead to nutrient burn and damage to the plant’s root system.
Propagating Silver Pothos
Silver Pothos is easy to propagate through stem cuttings. To propagate, cut a healthy stem that has at least 2-3 leaves. Remove the bottom leaves and place the stem in water in a propagation station. Make sure that the cut end is submerged in water. After several weeks, once roots appear, transplant the stem into soil.
Growing Pothos in Water Alone!
Pothos can be grown in water as well. To do this, you’ll need a glass jar or other unique container filled with filtered tap water. Place your pothos plant in the jar and ensure that all the roots are submerged in the water. Change out the water every 2-3 weeks and fertilize it with liquid fertilizer every month to keep it healthy and growing. I have a variety of pothos in a beautiful vase in my office and love having a plant on my desk.
Happy Gardening!
Growing and caring for Silver Pothos is simple and easy, provided that you understand its needs. Always ensure to plant it in a pot with proper drainage holes, use a well-draining soil mix, water only when the soil dries out, avoid over-fertilizing, and propagate through stem cuttings. With these simple tips, you’ll have a beautiful Silver Pothos plant adding life to your space.
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