How to Grow Philodendron Birkin

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Add a touch of elegance to your home with the unique Philodendron Birkin. This guide provides everything you need to know to care for this sought-after houseplant.

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Light Bright, indirect light is key to keeping your Birkin happy and its variegation vibrant. An east- or west-facing window is ideal. While it can tolerate lower light, the variegation might fade, and growth will slow. Avoid direct sunlight, as it can scorch those beautiful leaves.

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Soil Well-draining soil is crucial. A good aroid mix like this or a blend of peat moss, perlite, and coco coir will do the trick. Make sure the pot has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.

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Temperature These tropical plants prefer temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). Keep your Birkin away from cold drafts and air conditioning vents, and make sure the temperature doesn’t drop below 55°F (13°C).

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Humidity Philodendron Birkins prefer moderate to high humidity (50-60%), but they’re fairly tolerant of average household humidity. To increase humidity, you can mist the leaves regularly, use a pebble tray, or place a humidifier like this one nearby.

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Watering Water your Birkin when the top inch of soil feels dry so don’t try to water it on the same day every week because it may or may not need it. Instead of scheduling to water your plant, schedule yourself to check your plant.

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Fertilization Feed your Birkin with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer). Dilute the fertilizer to half strength to avoid over-fertilizing. Reduce or stop fertilization during the fall and winter months when growth slows down.

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