When it comes to houseplants, the philodendron is my favorite. As a kid, I remember my grandmother having these plants in her home, as well as on her front porch during the warmer months. Known for its heart-shaped leaves in varying shades of green, the philodendron is attractive, inexpensive, and easy to grow and take care of. Oftentimes, it is displayed in a hanging basket to allow the vines to
cascade down, but you can also train the vines to grow up a totem or
trellis. Additionally, some varieties of philodendrons grow upright.
However, my favorite thing
about the philodendron is that it is what I call self-generating. Because it is a vining plant, once it starts filling in and spreading out, you can clip the trailing vines, root them out in water, and create more plants for little to no cost.
So, if you're new to gardening or just looking for a low maintenance and attractive plant for your home, pick up a philodendron, or two. This plant is a worthwhile investment, to be sure.
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