I’m a new plant parent and would love to know more on how to take care of this Pothos.
Bought from a True Value Hardware store and it’s been used to bright sunlight on my window (indoors of course) and watering once the first two inches of the soil is very dry. Here are some questions:
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Does it look like it needs a bigger pot?
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Should I stick one of those fertilizer sticks into the soil?
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The stems are seeming slightly droopy than when I first bought this plant (it’s been about 3 weeks). Tips on how to not let that escalate?
Thank you so much!
by maayamattoo
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Congratulations on your new Pothos, your plant looks lovely, full and healthy! You’ll be pleased to know that Pothos are extremely easy to care for and are not fussy plants at all. Since you’ve just gotten it, I would recommend straying away from bothering it too much and letting it get used to its new home.
I really can’t tell if it needs a new pot at the moment since I can’t see its root system. But looking at the number of growths in this pot I assume that things are going to get crowded soon if they haven’t already. Give it a month or two — or even more if you forget, for as I said, Pothos aren’t fussy and don’t mind being a little root-bound — and give its root system a check. If you see its roots circling around the bottom of the pot struggling to find soil for themselves it’s time for a re-pot; go 1 or 2 pot sizes up (I’d go for two so I wouldn’t have to repot it again). There’s a chance it might not even need a re-pot. Make sure you use a fairly well-draining soil (I use compost, perlite and orchid bark).
I wouldn’t bother with a fertilizer stick. I fertilize mine using a liquid fertilizer for indoor plants. I fertilize once a month during the winter and once every watering during the growing season. Not all fertilizers are the same so make sure to follow the instructions on the one you get.
Regarding the stems: they look absolutely fine to me. It could be just that the plant is acclimating to its new location. Make sure to always check the soil before you water, and Pothos don’t mind drying out a little between waterings. In fact, they prefer it greatly to being overwatered. But all in all, not that much to worry about. Good luck, and enjoy your plant!
The stems will flop as the plant grows unless you give it something to climb on. Pothos either need to be able to climb, or they will trail. Other than that, pothos thrive off of a little friendly neglect. Let it get a little too big for its pot before repotting and let the soil dry out and stay dry for a few days before watering. I like to wait until my pothos “look” thirsty before watering. Good luck! Pothos are so much fun!