If you’re looking for a plant that is easy to care for and a great addition to your home, look no further than the emerald pothos. This stunning and vibrant plant thrives indoors and is a perfect choice for beginners or those who don’t have a green thumb. In this blog post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about growing and caring for emerald pothos, including pot and soil type, water and light requirements, fertilizer needs, and even how to propagate your plant so you can have more plants or share them with your friends!
Pot type for Emerald Pothos
When it comes to choosing a pot for your emerald pothos, it’s essential to select one that has good drainage. Terra cotta pots are ideal since they allow air to circulate around the roots and prevent water from building up.
Best Soil for Pothos
For soil, you’ll want to choose a potting mix that is well-draining and rich in nutrients. A mixture of peat moss, perlite, and vermiculite is perfect for emerald pothos. I prefer Miracle Grow Moisture control potting mix along with perlite and peat moss mixed in for increased drainage.
Watering your Emerald Pothos
The key to watering emerald pothos is not to overwater them. Allow the soil to dry slightly before watering again. It’s best to water the plant thoroughly and let the excess water drain out of the pot. Be careful not to let the plant sit in standing water, as this can cause root rot.
Light Requirements for Pothos
Emerald pothos thrives in bright, indirect light. They can also tolerate lower light levels, but they won’t grow as fast or be as lush. Be sure to keep your plant out of direct sunlight as it can burn their leaves. If you notice that your pothos is getting leggy or stretching towards the light, move it closer to a window or supplement with LED grow light.
Fertilizer your Pothos
Fertilizing your emerald pothos every 4-6 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer will help promote healthy growth and keep its leaves vibrant. Avoid overfertilizing, as this can cause the leaves to become yellow and may even burn the roots. As with watering, it’s better to err on the side of less rather than more.
Propagating your Emerald Pothos
Propagating emerald pothos is relatively simple. Using clean scissors or pruning shears, snip off a stem that is at least a few inches long and has a few leaves. Place the cutting in a propagation station filled with water, changing water every 3-4 days until roots form and then pot it in soil. Or you can plant the cutting directly into moist, well-draining soil until the roots begin to grow. Once the roots are established, you can transfer your new plant to a pot with potting soil.
Pothos is also one of many plants that will grow solely in water-hydroponically. I have on on my office desk that has both pothos and ivy. If you want more information on plants that can grow in water check out my blog post here.
Happy Gardening!
Growing and caring for emerald pothos is an excellent choice for anyone who loves indoor plants. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can enjoy a beautiful and thriving plant that adds a touch of green to any room in your home. Remember to choose the right pot and soil, water your plant carefully, provide it with adequate light, feed it with balanced fertilizer, and propagate it to expand your collection. With a little bit of care, your emerald pothos will flourish for years to come.
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