Description
Anthuriums are cheery, exotic flowering houseplants that offer glossy, green heart-shaped leaves topped by heart-shaped pink, red, or white long-lasting blooms. Happily, anthuriums bloom almost all year long if they get enough light, fertilizer, and moisture. The brightly colored flowers make anthuriums perfect plants for centerpieces an tabletops. They grow best in a sunny window, place it next to an East or West facing window. Water when the soil is dry (about once a week) and be sure all excess water drains away. ONE OF THE MOST COLORFUL HOUSEPLANTS. AND EASY TO GROW: They grow best in a sunny window, place it next to an East or West facing window. Water when the soil is dry (about once a week) and be sure all excess water drains away. If the container does not have holes, use approximately half a cup of water, adjust as needed for your environment. Do not let the Anthurium sit in water or overly soggy soil. Anthurium care is easy: This low-maintenance houseplant requires little care and looks great for years. LIGHT: Grow Anthurium in medium or indirect bright light for best results. Bright, indirect light will keep leaves colorful, glossy, and healthy. If your Anthurium doesn’t get enough light, the plant will bloom less If your plant gets too much light, leaves may burn. FEEDING: The Anthurium will benefit from occasional feeding once or twice a year. Look for a fertilizer formulated for house plants. PRUNING/SHAPING: The Anthurium does not require much pruning. You can remove dried leaves and blooms. REPOTTING: Repot your Anthurium when it becomes root bound.( A houseplant is root bound when roots appear in the soil or begin to escape through drain holes in the pot bottom.) A well-draining potting soil mixture for is recommended when repotting. Never repot houseplants using soil from your yard. OUTDOOR OPTIONS: The Anthurium can spend the summer outdoors on a shaded deck or patio. Bring the plant indoors as the weather cools down. The Anthurium cannot withstand a freeze. SAFETY: Better Homes & Gardens Anthurium Plant is not intended for human or animal consumption. Keep this plant out of reach of children and pets.
