{"product_id":"heart-leaf-philodendron-philodendron-scandens","title":"Philodendron scandens - Heartleaf Philodendron","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a luscious green vining plant, then you're in the right place. This tropical plant will work hanging off a shelf, or can be trained to climb up a moss pole in the same way it would climb up a tree trunk in its native habitat. It's very easy going, and with the right care it can be a fast grower and get over 10ft long!\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhilodendron hederaceum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(ivy-like tree-hugger)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhilodendron scandens is a synonym; the official species name is P. hederaceum var. hederaceum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSweetheart Plant, Heart Leaf Plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTropical areas of South\/ Central America\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePlace in bright indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight (except maybe an hour per day in winter when it's weaker!) as this can scorch the leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAllow the top two inches of soil to dry out in between waterings (these plants are easy-going so if you wait a little longer to water don't panic!). Ensure good drainage and don't allow to sit in water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAppreciates above average humidity, but will do just fine in most standard household humidity. Will appreciate an occasional misting, especially if in a dryer spot. Water less in darker areas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eUse a chunky, well draining mix. Repot every two years in spring as the plant grows.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWill benefit from a light feed throughout spring and summer- especially since it takes a lot of energy to produce such beautiful foliage!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAverage household temperatures of about 18-28° are fine- try not to place somewhere where temperatures dip below 12°C for extended periods.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNo, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWater with tepid rather than cold water to avoid shocking the plant. Rotate it now and then to promote even growth. Avoid draughty spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":42314251469053,"sku":"2613645418961","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"15cm","offer_id":56625298440573,"sku":"1573597834571","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"27cm","offer_id":55894529278333,"sku":"7846003716471","price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/heart-leaf-philodendron-philodendron-scandens-396041.jpg?v=1669828401","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/heart-leaf-philodendron-philodendron-scandens","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}