A live pothos that trails down a shelf and survives low light
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- low-effort greenery and plant-aesthetic shelves
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- Pothos is mildly toxic if ingested, so it is not a good fit for homes with cats, dogs, or toddlers that chew plants.
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The Costa Farms Golden Pothos arrives as a live, established plant about 10 inches tall in a 6-inch grower pot, ready to trail off a shelf, mantel, or hanging planter. Pothos is one of the most forgiving houseplants: it tolerates low and indirect light, only needs water when the top inch of soil dries out, and grows long heart-shaped vines that fill a corner over time. It is a common starter plant for people who have killed greenery before, and it doubles as a natural way to soften a bookshelf or bare wall. Note it is mildly toxic if eaten, so keep it away from pets and small children. Best for low-effort greenery and plant-aesthetic shelves.
Pros
- Tolerates low and indirect light most apartments can offer
- Only needs water when the top inch of soil dries out
- Trailing vines fill a shelf or corner as it grows
- Arrives established, not as a tiny cutting
Cons
- Pothos is mildly toxic if ingested, so it is not a good fit for homes with cats, dogs, or toddlers that chew plants.
Frequently asked questions
How much light does it need?
Pothos does well in low to bright indirect light. Direct sun can scorch the leaves, so a few feet from a window is ideal.
How often should I water it?
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, usually every 1 to 2 weeks. It tolerates underwatering better than overwatering.
Is it safe around pets?
No. Pothos is mildly toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, so place it out of reach of pets and small children.
Does it come in a decorative pot?
It ships in a plain 6-inch nursery grower pot. Most people slip it into their own decorative planter.
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