Ring Of Fire Variegated

Description

🪴 Philodendron ‘Ring of Fire’ — Care & Handling

1. Light Requirements

• Bright, indirect light is ideal.

• Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.

• Can tolerate lower light but may lose some variegation vibrancy.

2. Watering

• Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry.

• Keep soil slightly moist but never soggy.

• Reduce watering in winter.

3. Humidity & Temperature

• Prefers high humidity (60-80%).

• Ideal temperature range: 18-28°C (65-82°F).

• Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 12°C (54°F).

4. Soil & Potting

• Use a well-draining aroid mix (e.g., chunky peat, perlite, orchid bark).

• Repot every 2-3 years or when root-bound.

5. Fertilizing

• Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during growing season (spring & summer).

• Reduce feeding in fall & winter.

6. Pruning & Maintenance

• Prune damaged or old leaves to encourage new growth.

• Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to keep them dust-free.

7. Propagation

• Best propagated through stem cuttings with at least one node.

• Root in water or moist sphagnum moss before transferring to soil.

8. Pests & Problems

• Watch for spider mites, mealybugs, aphids.

• Overwatering can lead to root rot.

• Low humidity might cause brown leaf edges.