Birkin Philodendron
Philodendron 'Birkin'
Description | This easy-going tropical plant from South America adds a wonderful, big-impact accent to contemporary or bohemian living spaces. Green new leaves developed white variegation over time, though the plant might occasionally produce leaves that are solid green or almost solid white. Prefers bright, indirect light and potting soil with good drainage. Evergreen. |
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Light | Bright Indirect Light |
Watering | Water when top inch of soil is dry. |
Blooms | Prized for foliage |
Mature Size | Reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 2 ft. wide. |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
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Foliage Color | Variegated |
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Care | Bright to medium, indirect light is ideal. Lower light will slow growth but is still acceptable. Avoid direct sun. Water when top inch of soil is dry. Saturate soil thoroughly when watering. Provide rich, well-draining soil to avoid soggy conditions. Fertilize monthly with water-soluble house plant fertilizer, using half the recommended amount. Mildly toxic to humans and animals. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: ALL

Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Grow Indoors in All Zones
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101 Market 8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e.
Otsego, MN 55330 -
14th Street Garden Center 793 Jersey Ave.
Jersey City, NJ 07303 -
3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse 1110 3rd Ave. West
Dickinson, ND 58601
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.