Philodendron ('Congo' & 'Rojo Congo') Let's talk about Philodendrons; not only the ultimate hybrid houseplant but it will also purify the air in your abode AND add to the tropical jungle-vibe. Their super glossy and gorgeous foliage will shine in any corner of your home, or shady tropical garden, with its upright growth habit. The Rojo Congo is an excellent choice for understorey planting within your topical landscape garden, or simply as a feature plant in a pot. Please note that Philodendron's are considered toxic to pets & children if ingested, keep this one out of reach from little hands & avoid contact with sap! Light requirement: Part shade. Indirect light indoors. Think of this plant in the tropical environment as an understorey plant.Water requirement: Low to moderate. Water regularly until established and mulch to retain moisture levels. Loves a humid environment. Watering frequency: Keep moist during dry periods.Soil: Well-draining, fertilised soil.Skill level: Suits Intermediate Green thumb, low-maintenance plant. Growth rate: Moderate growth. This philodendron does not have a climbing habit so requires no support or trellis.Suitable for container gardens: Yes 'Rojo Congo' - The stunning rust colours of the stems, accent the rich coppery-toned green leaves with the red highlights of the plant contrasting beautifully. Mature Height : 3mMature Width: 3m Seasonality: Evergreen Drought Tolerant: YesFrost Tolerant: Low-tolerance to frostWind Tolerant: Yes Leaf colour: Young leaves unfurl in deep coppery/red and turn glossy dark green. The stalk that connects the leaf blade to the plant's stem (petioles) remains red. Leaf shape: Heart-shaped, large leaves Leaf Variegation pattern: No Flower Colour: The spathe is usually dark red in color and envelopes the creamy/white spadix. Flower Shape: The flowers consist of a spadix surrounded by a protective spathe.Flower Fragrance: NoFlower Season: Infrequent. Only appear when growing conditions are optimal, think of it as a 'high-five' from your plant! 'Congo' - short and full growth habit Mature Height : 60-80cmMature Width: Seasonality: Evergreen Drought Tolerant: ModeratelyFrost Tolerant: Low-tolerance to frostWind Tolerant: Yes Leaf colour: Thick glossy green. The stalk that connects the leaf blade to the plant's stem (petioles) begins red then turns green as the plant matures. Leaf shape: Heart-shaped, large ribbed leaves Leaf Variegation pattern: No Flower Colour: The spathe is usually dark red in color and envelopes the creamy/white spadix. Flower Shape: The flowers consist of a spadix surrounded by a protective spathe.Flower Fragrance: NoFlower Season: Infrequent. Only appear when growing conditions are optimal, think of it as a 'high-five' from your plant!
