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Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants
Philodendron 'Black Cardinal'
If you are searching for a black leaved houseplant philodendron Black cardinal is it. The black leaves are large and will make an impact in your decor.
Growzone: 9-11
As Low As: $21.95
| Size | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Inch Pot | $21.95 |
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| 6 Inch Pot | $36.95 |
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
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| Espoma Organic Potting Mix | $16.95 | |
| Jack's Classic Houseplant Special Fertilizer | $17.95 |
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| Osmocote Plus Outdoor and Indoor Plant Food | $16.95 |
Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants for Sale Online
Philodendron Black Cardinal is one of the more common philodendrons grown today. Leaves are 7 to 10 inches long and begin with dark burgundy and dark green coloration. This plant is ideal for indoor low light situations.
These plants do extremely well in offices or buildings where they can live away from windows or natural light. They are frequently found in atriums indoors as they pair well with many different plants and add a vertical element to mixed containers. They can be moved outdoors during the summer months and into part sun as long as they are transitioned to handle higher levels of light.
Philodendron Black Cardinal does not require very much water and do well in small spaces. Philodendron Black Cardinal is one of the more common philodendrons grown today. Leaves are 7 to 10 inches long and begin with dark burgundy and dark green coloration. This plant is ideal for indoor low light situations.
| Growing Zone: | 9-11 |
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| Mature Height: | 2.5 to 3 Feet with support |
| Mature Width: | 12 to 16 Inches |
| Classification: | Tropical |
| Sunlight: | Fluorescent light to bright, indirect |
| Habit: | Upright |
| Flower Color: | Does not flower often |
| Foliage: | Black/burgundy and dark green |
| Soil Condition: | Well draining, cactus or succulent mix (part sand) |
| Water Requirements: | Likes to go dry |
| Uses: | Does well indoors and in low light conditions |
How to Care for Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants
Before you buy a Philodendron Black Cardinal Plant, make sure to read about the recommended care instructions to keep this plant healthy and thriving.
What is the best light for Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants?
Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants thrive in the low light conditions indoors, living with just fluorescent light which makes them perfect for office buildings and apartments. They can handle some bright, indirect light too, but too much light will cause browning.
How do I water Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants?
Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants do like to dry out between watering. It does not like to stay wet or sit in water. Plants that are watered too often will not survive. If unsure, do not water. Philodendrons can go weeks before being watered again.
How do I fertilize Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants?
Any all purpose, fertilizer will work for Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants. Indoor houseplant fertilizers fall into two groups: water soluble, liquid quick release, and granular, slow release fertilizers. Jack's Classic Indoor plant food works well as a powder, quick release fertilizer that is mixed with water to quickly provide nutrients to a plant that has been in a container for an extended time.
What is the best soil for Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants?
Philodendron Black Cardinal Plants prefer a very well draining soil, and prefer to have dry conditions. Regular potting mix with sand mixed in works well for plants potted in containers, otherwise a cactus potting mix would work. The cactus potting mix already has sand and other ingredients to encourage drainage.
