{"product_id":"sun-red-philodendron-philodendron-bipinnatifidum-sun-red","title":"Sun Red Philodendron - Philodendron bipinnatifidum 'Sun Red'","description":"\u003cp\u003eSun Red Philodendron (\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron bipinnatifidum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sun Red') is an ornamental philodendron with big glossy leaves that open bright red and mature to a burgundy purple. It grows 30 to 90cm tall and 20 to 90cm wide, a manageable size for a pot or a shaded tropical border. The colour change gives one plant several shades at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed new growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh leaves open a bright, rich rust red that stands out in a shady corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBurgundy as they age.\u003c\/strong\u003e Older leaves shade into a deep burgundy wine, so red, purple and green sit side by side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA manageable size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 30 to 90cm it suits pots, borders and underplanting without taking over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors or out.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a good pot plant for a bright room, and a border plant in a frost free tropical garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteady care.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light, evenly moist soil and a regular feed in the warmer months are enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot in a bright room with filtered light shows off the colour. Keep it away from children and pets, since the leaves are poisonous if eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical style borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as a border plant in a frost free garden, spaced 60cm apart, with the red leaves set against darker greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded underplanting.\u003c\/strong\u003e It fits beneath taller plants where the light is filtered, but should be kept out of hot, direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Sun Red Philodendron in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e It needs a warm, frost free position, with direct hot sun avoided. Bright, filtered light is ideal. Plant it away from places where children and pets play, because the leaves contain a poisonous substance if eaten, and avoid contact between the sap and your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A free draining potting mix, or garden soil with plenty of organic matter. Mulch garden plantings to keep the roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly moist, and water regularly for the first 12 weeks while it establishes. Mist in dry weather, since it thrives in humidity. Feed with a slow release fertiliser in spring, then every 2 to 4 weeks through the warmer months with a liquid feed at half the label dose to prevent burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing is needed in routine care. Wipe dusty indoor leaves with a damp cloth to keep the gloss, and repot container plants in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Sun Red Philodendron as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. The tube is a small starter, and the leaf size and colour build as the plant grows. Pot it into fresh mix soon after it arrives, or plant it into a warm, sheltered spot, and keep it moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out on this page, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/philodendrons\"\u003eBrowse the philodendron range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/philodendron-care-guide\"\u003ePhilodendron care guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eMore tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that suit pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the leaves stay red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew leaves open bright red and shade to burgundy purple as they age, so a mix of tones on the same plant is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The leaves contain a poisonous substance if eaten, and the sap can irritate skin. Keep it where children and pets cannot chew it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it live indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Give it plenty of bright, filtered light, protect it from cold, and keep the soil moist during dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790866645311,"sku":"PHI-BIP-SUNRED-tube","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/sun-red-philodendron-philodendron-bipinnatifidum-sun-red.jpg?v=1792209979","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/sun-red-philodendron-philodendron-bipinnatifidum-sun-red","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}