How to grow Philodendron Florida

[@yolyrom7233]

Oh, great informative vid, thank you

[@plantwithmatt]

Thanks!

[@yolyrom7233]

I’ve watched other vids that let theirs dry out. The leaves can get very, very large and tall.

[@Gee-xb7rt]

In general Philodendrons aren't as dramatic when they dry out as some other plants, but they would rather more even watering, you shouldn't let them dry out for very long periods of time.

[@plantwithmatt]

I agree with @Gee-xb7rt and I keep mine slightly moist and don't see any advantage or need to allow drying between watering. Do the other videos suggest that if you allow them to dry out between watering the growth will be smaller? You're right about them growing large, they do need space but look fantastic when they do get big.

[@roxannegordon6162]

I have a very tall Florida Green that needs to be chopped. Not sure if I should wait till Spring. It's now Jan 13, 2024. I will have to poke a hole in my ceiling if it continues along this path.It will NOT grow OUT...bushy. Since I have excellent grow lights on it, I'm tempted to chop it down soon. Thanks for showing the entire plant. So many videos do not.

[@yolyrom7233]

Don’t be afraid lol, go for it. There are plenty vids that will show you how to

[@plantwithmatt]

Have you cut it yet? If not, I agree with @yolyrom7233 and would say just go ahead and chop it wherever you want to. It will produce a new lead growth from one of the uppermost nodes so you can cut anywhere and it won't hurt the plant at all. The topcut can then be potted up as a new plant or if its quite long, cut into several smaller lengths to give you many new plants.

[@Sucheta03]

It went into a period of dormancy for a month after I repotted it. There has been an increase in temperature and low humidity. What should I do!!

[@plantwithmatt]

Just wait. Give it time to settle. As long as its not falling apart and shedding leaves then it'll be fine. If there is a natural increase in temperature as summer comes that will also help to stimulate growth.

[@YourFriendKitkatb12]

Question: why are the nodes on mine not producing roots? I also had 3 nodes that didn't produce leaves. Thank you in advance.

[@plantwithmatt]

Interesting. I have not counted the number of rootless nodes before! I find that nodes are more likely to produce roots if they are in direct contact with the material (moss pole, stake, branch) that the plant is climbing. Lengths of stem that have some rootless nodes are more common with growths that are hanging in air and are not actively attached to, or climbing a support. I wouldn't worry about rootless nodes unless the plant is obviously suffering. Most plants will prioritise root growth over leaf growth if there are insufficient roots. Many of the roots on plants such as these are climbing roots that help the plant to climb and anchor to its support whilst the roots lower down at the base of the plant in the pot will take up most of the plant's water requirement. If you want to encourage rooting at the nodes I would tie the stems tightly (temporarily tight) to the support and directly mist the stems every couple of days to keep the nodes moist whilst reducing overall watering so that you force the plant to increase its root mass. But if all looks ok apart from a few rootless nodes, your plant is probably in good health. ;-)

[@YourFriendKitkatb12]

​@@plantwithmattI plan to propagate mine soon since it's gotten really tall. Will the rootless nodes be an issue when propagating? Itll be my first time propagating and I am worried that I will harm my florida green.