How to grow and care Philodendron Xanadu?

The Philodendron Xanadu or Philodendron Winterbourn is easy to grow plant. .The Philodendron ‘Winterbourn’ was protected under Plant Breeder Rights in Australia.’ Then it was renamed ‘Xanadu’ by House Plants of Australia and released as their plant of the year in 1988.

Philodendron xanadu eventually forms dense clumps up to 1.5 metres tall by 2 metres wide. It has deeply dissected, lobed leaves up to 40 cm long by 30 cm wide glossy green leaves.

Philodendron Xanadu plant is slow to moderate-growing tropical evergreen plant . This variety is perfect for providing a tropical effect to the landscape,hence it is ideal for small areas because a full sized Philodendron selloum might be overpowering. besides that the attractive, deeply-lobed dark green leaves unfurl at the ends of their dark-green leaf stalks to create a lush-looking canopy

Philodendron Xanadu great for landscape

Unlike other Philodendrons, Philodendron Xanadu is an upright plant not a climber or vine. The best part is, the older Xanadu gets, the better its looks. Older Xanadu specimens develop a short trunk that produces aerial roots that sprawl along the soil surface hence Well-suited for shadier parts of the landscape.This low-maintenance philodendron variety is great for background to lower-growing shrubs, annuals and perennial. Even more Xanadu can become a popular atrium and poolside selection.

besides that this Philodendron also makes a great container specimen, and you can grown this plant indoors if provided ample light. Philo Xanadu thrives in a rich, well-drained soil with regular watering. In coastal climates Philo Xanadu able to tolerate a good amount of sun. However this plant prefers a filtered-sun to light-shade exposure in warmer inland climates.

This drooping Philodendron plant thrives in U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 8 through 11 and requires little maintenance, making it well-suited for novice and veteran gardeners alike

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Grow and care tips for Philo Xanadu plant

POTTING MIX

Philodendrons do best in loose, well-drained soil that is high in organic matter. They will grow in 100% sphagnum peat moss. Soilless mixtures such as peat-vermiculite or peat-perlite are also satisfactory.

WATER

When growing philodendron plants, allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. The length of your index finger to the first knuckle is about an inch, so inserting your finger into the soil is a good way to check the moisture level. Droopy leaves can mean that the plant is getting too much or not enough water. But the leaves recover quickly when you correct the watering schedule. SUNLIGHT

Set the Philodendron in a location with bright, indirect sunlight. Find a position near a window where the sun’s rays never actually touch the foliage. While it’s normal for older leaves to yellow, if this happens to several leaves at the same time, the plant may be getting too much light. On the other hand, if the stems are long and leggy with several inches between leaves, the plant probably isn’t getting enough light FERTILIZER

Feed philodendron houseplants with a balanced liquid foliage houseplant fertilizer that contains macro-nutrients. Water the plant with the fertilizer monthly in spring and summer and every six to eight weeks in fall and winter. Slow growth and small leaf size is the plant’s way of telling you that it isn’t getting enough fertilizer. Pale new leaves usually indicate that the plant isn’t getting enough calcium and magnesium, which are essential micro-nutrients for philodendrons. TEMPERATURE

The ideal temperature for a philodendron is between 65 – 78°F during the day, and around 60°F at night. TOXICITY

Philodendron should not be consumed by animals or humans. Lacy tree philodendrons are toxic to cats and dogs. Being educated on poisonous plants can help you avoid any accidents all the while enjoying your greenery. PEST PROBLEMS

Philodendron are not prone to insects, but you may encounter aphids and mealybugs. You can wipe off mealybugs with cotton balls dipped in rubbing alcohol. Periodically showering the plant with water and applying insecticidal soap will help keep pests at bay.

Additional tips to grow Philo Xanadu

Grow Xanadu in a pot using regular potting soil and a 5- or 6-inch nursery pot. If growing indoors, keep the plant near natural light sources and take it outside to hose it off weekly

Philodendron Xanadu has a high resistance to pests, is not known to be invasive and has a frost tolerance to about 30 degree Fahrenheit

how to propagate Philodendron Xanadu?

for your information ‘Xanadu’ is a patented variety, so propagation for sale is prohibited by law. However propagation for personal enjoyment is not prohibited.

A happy Xanadu will grow fairly quickly, forming many new stems and eventually becoming too big or top heavy for its pot. This allows you to propagate by division.

To propagate Xanadu:

first you must remove the entire plant from its pot. then gently divide the root cluster into sections using your hands or a small shovel. after that you can re pot each section in its own container in well-draining potting soil

However to propagate Xanadu is quite hard because of the roots but you can try it. Nothing is impossible in gardening.

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