Rojo Congo Philodendron
Philodendron 'Rojo Congo' PP #14,116
Description | A vigorous grower with dramatic new foliage that emerges copper-red, then matures to dark green on striking red stems. A wonderful addition to tropical gardens, or use as a showy container plant on patios and indoors. Best sited in dappled shade in outdoor locations, or bright, natural light indoors. A frost-tender evergreen. |
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Light | Full shade, Partial shade |
Watering | Keep soil moist, but not soggy. |
Blooms | Prized for foliage. |
Mature Size | Reaches 18 to 24 in. tall, 24 to 30 in. wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant, Poolside |
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Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Companion Plants | Elephant Ear (Colocasia); Gardenia (Gardenia); Canna (Canna); Bush Lily (Clivia); Passion Vine (Passiflora) |
Care | Easily grown in humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil. Best foliage color in bright light. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Apply a slow-release fertilizer as new growth begins in spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: ALL

Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Grow Indoors in All Zones
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