SOIL:

• Provide a loose, a well-draining soil mixture, not much sandy. Since they prefer organic content in the soil such as peat, coconut peat, keeping a balanced acidic soil  (pH 6-6.5) is benefitting to the plant growth.

LIGHT:

• These plant needs a bright indirect light so keep near a window where sunlight does not fall. Do not let direct sunlight touch the foliage, the leaves may become scorched or many leaves will turn yellow.

WATERING:

• Since they belong to the tropics, they prefer moist soil. Before watering check for the moisture level in soil by inserting your finger up to an inch , if soil feels dry then water the plant.
• Drooping of leaves is possible if the plant is underwatered or overwatered. Reduce watering during winters.

PRUNING:

• Pruning is not required much but if you wish to contain the plant or make it bushier or if the plant’s becoming leggy, then prune it. Pruning should be done in early spring or fall. Do remove the yellow leaves.

FERTILIZING:

• Fertilize your plant during the early spring or summers . Using liquid fertilizers are good for any plant as it ensures faster absorption.
• Slow growing philodendrons can be boosted by a half cup of coffee and half cup of water once a while.