Baltic Blue Pothos Care and Growing Information
23.08.2023 - 01:19
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Here are all the details you need about Baltic Blue Pothos Care!Make this stunning plant a part of your houseplant collection.
Baltic Blue Pothos (Epipremnum pinnatum ‘Baltic Blue’) is native to Northern Australia to Malaysia, across Indochina, and in the southern part of Japan, China, and Taiwan. This tropical climber produces rich green foliage that takes a blue cast with maturity. Baltic Blue Pothos also displays striking fenestrations (lobes) as it grows.
This pothos variety is closely related to Cebu Blue pothos (Epipremnum pinnatum ‘Cebu Blue’), but both are different, as Baltic Blue Pothos shows off darker foliage and earlier fenestrations.
You can start Baltic Blue Pothos in an 8-10 inches container. As the plant grows, re-pot it into one size bigger pot depending on its spread.
Propagating Baltic Blue Pothos via cuttings is the best way. Snip off 4-6 inches long stem and plant it in well-draining soil. Water well, keep it in indirect bright light, and you will see new growth in 2-4 weeks.
Baltic Blue Pothos has a deep blue-green hue on the foliage. To ensure it takes the best color, expose it to a minimum of 2-3 hours in the direct mild morning sun. Without proper light exposure, the leaves may turn pale.
Avoid keeping the plant in complete shade or the harsh afternoon sunlight.
Baltic Blue Pothos would thrive in a regular potting mix. Use a blend of vermiculite or perlite in the growing medium in a ratio of 2:1 to enhance drainage.
You can add one portion of shredded pine bark or coconut coir to boost the growth. It grows best at a pH level between 6-7.
Avoid overwatering Baltic Blue Pothos at all costs. Check the topsoil using your fingers—if it feels dry to the touch, then only water the plant.
Also, during the colder