Philodendron 'Neon'

Vivid, electric, and impossible to overlook — Philodendron 'Neon' is the heartleaf philodendron turned up to maximum brightness, with its vivid chartreuse yellow-green leaves that seem to glow from within regardless of the light conditions. All the classic charm, easy care, and rapid growth of the beloved Heartleaf Philodendron, but in a color that transforms it from a background plant into a focal point. The neon coloring is most intense on new growth, creating a beautiful gradient effect as leaves mature from electric chartreuse to a slightly deeper green. A plant that makes every other plant around it look more vivid, too..

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🌿 Why Philodendron 'Neon' Glows in Any Collection

• Electric Chartreuse Foliage — Vivid neon yellow-green leaves that seem to glow — the brightest, most eye-catching heartleaf variety.
• Stunning Gradient Effect — New leaves emerge at peak neon brightness and gradually deepen, creating beautiful color variation across the plant.
• Fast-Growing — Produces new leaves rapidly and trails quickly to create a lush, full display.
• Very Easy to Grow — All the toughness and adaptability of the classic Heartleaf Philodendron.
• Pet Note: Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.

🌱 Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Philodendron hederaceum 'Neon'
• Common Names: Neon Philodendron, Lemon-Lime Philodendron
• Origin: Cultivar; Central American parentage
• Mature Size: Trails 4–10 feet indoors
• Foliage: Heart-shaped; vivid chartreuse neon yellow-green, deepening with age

☀️ Care at a Glance

• Light: Bright indirect light for most vivid neon coloring. Tolerates lower light, but color fades to a greener hue.
• Water: Allow the top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Very forgiving.
• Humidity: Tolerates average household humidity well.
• Temperature: 60–85°F. Avoid temperatures below 55°F.
• Fertilizer: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

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