The Fall-Colored Plant To Grow Indoors In October

There are many houseplants to choose from that bring the colors of fall indoors, but none quite like the 'Prince of Orange' philodendron (Philodendron erubescens 'Prince of Orange'). This philodendron is widely considered one of the most colorful. Its leaves start out with hues of yellowish orange, slowly turn to bright copper orange as it matures, finally ending up the deep green that philodendrons are known for. Growing this plant indoors in October will make it the perfect addition to any fall-colored decor, with its orange-colored leaves perfectly suited to the season.

Not only is the 'Prince of Orange' a beautiful fall-themed houseplant, but it is also considered to be one of the perfect beginner houseplants for those who are newbies to caring for indoor greenery. Being adaptable to many different growing conditions and less finicky than their other houseplant cousins are just a few of the reasons you might want to have one in your home.

If you can remember to water your 'Prince of Orange' regularly when its soil is dry, provide it with plenty of indirect natural light, and keep the temperature in your home consistently warm, you will be rewarded with a beautiful, broad-leafed plant that is sure to brighten any room with fall color. It would make a lovely side-table fall display with a few decorator pumpkins and maybe some dried fall leaves scattered nearby.

There are many colorful houseplants that will perk up your indoor space, and the 'Prince of Orange' philodendron is the perfect choice to enhance the fall feel in your home. Once you've picked out your plant baby from the nursery, it's time to help it thrive. The first thing is to provide it with a pot that will give it room to grow. One thing these plants are known for is fast growth. It's a good idea to repot it in the spring every one to two years, giving it enough room to stretch out. These houseplants also prefer well-drained soil. Mix some coconut coir or vermiculite into your potting mix to make your new plant happy.

Next, is to give it a place to live in your home. You shouldn't place it in direct sunlight, as this can burn your plant. They do best in a location that has indirect sunlight for at least six hours each day. This ensures you will get those bright colors the 'Prince of Orange' is known for.

Philodendrons need regular watering, but don't let it get waterlogged (let the top couple of inches of soil dry out between watering). Water until you see it slowly coming out the bottom of your planter, then remove any that has accumulated in the tray under your pot. You never want your plant to sit in water — this can promote disease. Once you've mastered your 'Prince of Orange's' watering needs, it's really all about changing its pot every couple of years and admiring its beauty.