Philodendron Pink Birkin

Description

Here’s a complete care guide for Philodendron Pink Birkin 🌸🌿

🌱 Philodendron Pink Birkin – Care Guide

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light
• Can tolerate medium light, but pink variegation may fade
• Avoid direct sunlight (can scorch leaves)

💧 Watering

• Water when top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil is dry
• Keep soil slightly moist, not soggy
• Reduce watering in winter

🌡️ Temperature

• Ideal: 18–28°C (65–82°F)
• Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 15°C

💦 Humidity

• Likes moderate to high humidity (50–70%)
• Mist occasionally or use a humidity tray
• Great for bathrooms with good light

🌿 Soil

• Use well-draining, airy mix
  • Cocopeat / peat moss
  • Perlite
  • Compost / bark
• Example mix: 40% cocopeat + 30% perlite + 30% compost

🌼 Fertilizer

• Feed every 3–4 weeks in spring & summer
• Use balanced liquid fertilizer (NPK 10-10-10 or similar)
• Stop feeding in winter

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove yellow or damaged leaves
• Wipe leaves regularly for shine and better photosynthesis
• Rotate pot for even growth

🪴 Repotting

• Repot every 1–2 years or when roots outgrow pot
• Choose pot with drainage holes

🌸 About Pink Variegation

• Pink Birkin is a mutation of Birkin
• Pink color depends on good light and stable care
• New leaves may appear white, pink, or striped

🐛 Common Problems

🌱 Propagation

• Propagate by stem cuttings with node
• Root in water or moist soil