Indoor plants, specifically the golden pothos, are still on the rise in popularity with their beauty and easy care.
Known for her fun, enthusiastic, and helpful advice on TikTok, reenasplants has amassed a following of over 41.5k plant enthusiasts.
We'll go over her expert tips for nurturing and styling golden pothos found in this video:
@reenasplants 🌿HOW TO MAKE YOUR PLANT VERY FULL🌿 I get a lot of questions about how my golden Pothos looks so full. Since I got this plant as a 4 inch pot, I have constantly been propagating it and putting the cuttings back into the main plant. Doing this ensures that the top of the pot stays busy and full and doesn’t look bare. I do this less often now that the plant is so big but if I notice any bare spots, I will plant in a propagated cutting or two! Do you plant propagation back into the main plant or do you start a whole new plant with them? . . . . indoor jungle houseplants easy plants plant tips plant hacks plant care plant help plant styling propagation plant room #plantcare #plantcaretips #pothos #goldenpothos #climbingplants #variegatedplants ♬ Bounce - Oliver Tree
Creating A Full And Luscious Golden Pothos
Gold pothos have beautiful heart-shaped leaves that display a mix of green and gold.
You might be thinking, "What's the magic trick to help make your pothos thrive?"
Reenasplants shows us that by regularly propagating cuttings and planting them back into the main plant, you can ensure that the top of the pot stays lush and full, and doesn't look bare.
In her video, reenasplants lets us in on her secret to a lush and full pothos.
Simply create a hole in the soil deep enough to fit the cutting and then place it in the pot. Ensure that the soil fully covers the roots for better absorption of nutrients.
The video ends with reenasplants planting the last piece of cutting into the pot together with the original plant to create a full appearance!
With the long, trailing stems of the healthy plant, she can train it to run up and down her walls.
By continuing to propagate the plant, she guarantees that the plant will remain full!
Pothos Care Tips and Hacks
Plant care might feel overwhelming, especially when your golden pothos isn't growing as expected.
Growing a pothos is typically a simple process, but there might be times when your plant doesn't seem to be doing well.
Here are some tips and hacks inspired by reenasplants and the plant care community:
Potting Mix
The right potting mix can make a significant difference in your plant's health. Golden pothos prefers a well-draining soil mix to prevent waterlogging and root rot.
A blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost creates a light, airy mix that retains moisture while allowing excess water to drain away.
Watering
One of the most common mistakes is overwatering. Golden pothos prefers the top inch of its soil to dry out between waterings.
To check, simply stick your finger into the soil. If it's dry up to your first knuckle, it's time to water.
Lighting
While golden pothos can tolerate low light, it does best in bright, indirect light. Too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves, causing them to turn yellow or brown.
Feeding
Even the best potting soil can become depleted of nutrients over time. T
o keep your pothos thriving, feed it with a balanced houseplant fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer).
Always follow the product's instructions to avoid over-fertilizing.
Pruning
Pruning your golden pothos can stimulate growth and keep it looking full. Trim back any long or leggy vines to maintain the desired shape and size.
These trimmings can be used for propagation, as seen in the video!
Roots of Success & Understanding Golden Pothos
With these tips, your pothos will be looking lush and full!
Check out our article, 'Where To Place Pothos Plant In Feng Shui?' to ensure your plant placement brings you good vibes and prosperity.
Additionally, like all plants, golden pothos can encounter some problems. If you're facing this issue, don't miss our comprehensive guide, 'Pothos Leaves Turning Black- What To Do?'