Transform Your Home with Philodendrons: Nature’s Mood Boosters

Did you know studies show houseplants can cheer you up? Philodendrons, with their amazing climbing vines and leafy tendrils, are superstars at transforming your home.

Turn your place into a green oasis:

Living walls and shelves: Train climbing Philodendrons up moss poles or trellises for a lush vertical jungle.
Hanging planters: Let trailing varieties like Philodendron scandens swing from windows or corners for a whimsical touch.
Tabletop terrariums: Craft a mini rainforest in a glass container with a cute Philodendron type.

Philodendrons bring life, clean the air, and add a tropical twist to any room!

1. Make a Living Philodendron Wall

Here is an engaging image of a wall covered in lush, green philodendrons, set in a stylish living room setting to inspire readers.

You can make a beautiful green wall with philodendron plants. It’s easier than you might think!

Step	What to Do
1	Attach a trellis or wire grid to your wall
2	Plant philodendrons in pots and put them at the bottom
3	Train the vines to grow up the trellis as they get longer
4	Soon you’ll have a stunning green wall!

Some good philodendrons for living walls are:

Heartleaf – Has pretty heart-shaped leaves
Brasil philodendron – Has green and yellow striped leaves
Philodendron micans – Has velvety, shiny leaves

2. Create Hanging Philodendron Baskets

This image showcases a hanging basket filled with trailing philodendrons, set against a window to enhance natural light.

Philodendrons look amazing in hanging baskets. You can hang them in corners, by windows, or anywhere you want some greenery. As they grow, the long vines will trail down like a green waterfall.

To make your own hanging philodendron:

Get a basket with drainage holes, so excess water can drip out
Fill the basket with potting mix made for house plants
Carefully plant your philodendron in the soil
Hang the basket from a sturdy hook in the ceiling

Water your philodendron when the top inch of soil feels dry. Don’t let it sit in a puddle, or it might start dripping water.

3. Showcase Philodendrons in Decorative Pots

Here is an image of a variety of philodendrons in stylish pots, including the Birkin, Prince of Orange, and Pink Princess varieties.

Philodendrons also grow well in regular pots. Use them to decorate tables, shelves, mantles, or floors. Pick pots that match your home’s style. Just make sure they have holes in the bottom for drainage.

Some beautiful philodendrons for pots are:

Philodendron	What It Looks Like
Birkin	Has dark green leaves with white pinstripes
Prince of Orange	New leaves are bright orange and turn green
Pink Princess	Has dark green leaves with pink patches

4. Get Creative with Philodendron Kokedama

This image is a close-up of a philodendron kokedama, showing the moss ball and the plant's roots, set in a minimalist setting to highlight the plant.

Kokedama is a Japanese art. It means “moss ball.” You grow a plant with its roots in a ball of soil wrapped with moss. Then you can hang the ball or set it in a dish.

To make a philodendron kokedama:

Step	What to Do
1	Mix together peat moss and bonsai soil
2	Add water slowly until you have thick mud
3	Shape the mud into a ball around your philodendron’s roots
4	Wrap the ball with sheet moss and secure it with string
5	Hang your kokedama or put it in a shallow dish

Mist the ball often so it doesn’t dry out. Dunk it in water for a few minutes when it feels very light.

5. Root Philodendrons in Water

This image shows a philodendron cutting growing roots in a clear glass vase, set on a windowsill or table to show how it can be a decorative element.

You can also grow philodendrons in water instead of soil. This looks lovely in clear glass vases or jars. It’s an easy way to make more philodendron plants too!

To root a philodendron in water:

Cut off a 4-6 inch piece of stem from a healthy philodendron
Remove the bottom leaves, leaving just 2-3 at the top
Put the cut end of the stem in a container of room-temperature water
Place in a bright spot out of direct sun and wait for roots to grow

Change the water every week to keep it fresh. Once the roots are a few inches long, you can plant it in soil or keep growing it in water.

6. Build a Philodendron Terrarium

Finally, here is an image of a terrarium filled with small philodendrons and other humidity-loving plants, set in a cozy reading nook or office desk to show how it can add a touch of greenery to any space.

A terrarium is like a tiny greenhouse in a jar. It creates a warm, humid environment plants love. Philodendrons grow very happily in terrariums.

To make a philodendron terrarium:

Step	What to Do
1	Find a clear glass container with a wide opening
2	Put a layer of rocks on the bottom, then a thin layer of charcoal
3	Add potting soil for tropical plants until the container is 1/3 full
4	Plant small philodendrons and other humidity-loving plants in the soil
5	Decorate the top with moss, rocks, or small figurines

Mist inside the terrarium and put the lid on. Open the lid for a bit if you see lots of fog on the glass. You can even propagate baby philodendrons right in the terrarium!

Philodendrons are wonderful plants for making your home more beautiful. They’re easy to care for and can grow in so many creative ways. Try some of these fun ideas to enjoy philodendrons all around your space. With a little love, your philodendrons will thrive and make you smile!

For more plant care tips and inspiration, visit Plantastic Haven and explore our extensive collection of articles on houseplants and gardening.

transform-your-home-with-philodendrons