Pothos Care Guide

💧 Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Pothos is drought-tolerant and would rather be slightly underwatered than overwatered. Drooping leaves that perk up after watering is normal – it's the plant's way of telling you it's thirsty.

☀️ Light Requirements

Pothos is incredibly adaptable. It survives in low light but grows faster and maintains variegation in bright indirect light. Direct sun will scorch leaves. Variegated varieties (Marble Queen, N'Joy) need more light to maintain their patterns – low light causes them to revert to solid green.

🌡️ Humidity & Temperature

Pothos tolerates average home humidity well, making it ideal for offices and bathrooms. While it appreciates higher humidity, it's not required. Keep temperatures between 60-85°F. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 50°F.

🧪 Fertilizing

Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Pothos isn't a heavy feeder, so dilute to half strength. No fertilizer needed in fall and winter.

⚠️ Common Problems

• • Yellow leaves: Usually overwatering. Check that soil is drying between waterings.
• • Brown tips: Underwatering, low humidity, or salt buildup from tap water.
• • Loss of variegation: Not enough light. Move to brighter location.
• • Leggy vines with few leaves: Needs more light or hasn't been pruned recently.
• • Root rot: Caused by overwatering or poor drainage. Repot in fresh soil if caught early.