{"product_id":"philodendron-summer-glory","title":"Philodendron Summer Glory","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePhilodendron Summer Glory\u003c\/strong\u003e is a showstopper with a twist. New leaves emerge in a warm, blush salmon-pink before transitioning to rich green with deep red undersides — a color journey that plays out on every single new leaf. But what really sets it apart from the rest of the Philodendron family is how it grows: the Summer Glory is a \u003cstrong\u003ecrawler\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a climber. It spreads horizontally, creeping outward in a lush, low-growing mound that's unlike anything else in a typical plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFun fact: The Summer Glory is a hybrid of \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron gloriosum\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron mccolleyi\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red' — two species known for their velvety texture and warm coloration. The gloriosum parent is famous for its large, heart-shaped, velvety leaves and its creeping growth habit, and the Summer Glory inherits both. The result is a plant with the color drama of the mccolleyi line and the spreading, terrestrial growth style of the gloriosum — a genuinely unique combination that rewards a wide, shallow pot and plenty of room to roam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light is ideal — it keeps the salmon-pink new leaves most vivid and growth vigorous. It tolerates medium light but growth will slow. Avoid direct sun, which scorches the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings — this plant prefers to dry out a bit more than most Philodendrons. Overwatering is the most common mistake. Always use a pot with drainage holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in 50–70% humidity. A humidifier nearby makes a real difference. It adapts to average household levels but rewards higher humidity with faster, lusher growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal range is 65°F–80°F (18°C–27°C). Keep away from cold drafts and AC vents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a very chunky, well-draining aroid mix — orchid bark, perlite, and potting soil is ideal. This plant's roots need excellent aeration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it's a crawler, choose a \u003cstrong\u003ewide, shallow pot\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a deep one. This gives the rhizome room to spread and the plant room to do what it does naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed every 2–3 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer at half strength. Skip in fall and winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check periodically for spider mites and thrips, especially during watering. Treat early with neem oil or insecticidal soap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don't try to make this plant climb — it won't, and it doesn't need to. Give it a wide, low planter and let it spread naturally. It looks stunning in a wide ceramic bowl or a long rectangular planter where it can creep and fill in over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic to pets and humans if ingested. Keep out of reach of pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in multiple sizes. Ships live, healthy, and ready to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Izzy's Tropicals and Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"2\" Pot","offer_id":42879634145328,"sku":"2_PHILODENDRON_SUMMER.GLORY","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4\" Pot","offer_id":42879634178096,"sku":"4_PHILODENDRON_SUMMER.GLORY","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot","offer_id":42879634210864,"sku":"6_PHILODENDRON_SUMMER.GLORY","price":46.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/6364\/2160\/files\/philodendron-summer-glory-indoor-plants.webp?v=1780263422","url":"https:\/\/izzyplants.com\/products\/philodendron-summer-glory","provider":"Izzy's Tropicals and Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}