Heartleaf Philodendron is a plant in our growing library. It's hardy across USDA zones 11 through 12, stands up to deer and grows just as well in a container as in the ground.
Zones
11-12
pH Range
5.5-7
Sun
Part Sun
Days to Maturity
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What Heartleaf Philodendron is
Heartleaf Philodendron grows as a perennial and reaches around four feet at maturity. It's also deer-resistant and well suited to containers.
How to grow Heartleaf Philodendron
Heartleaf Philodendron grows in USDA zones 11 through 12. Heartleaf Philodendron does best in part sun — at least 4 hours of direct sun a day — and soil from pH 5.5 to 7, on well-drained ground.
USDA Zones
11-12
USDA PHZM 2023
Soil pH
5.5 - 7
USDA PLANTS Database
Sun
Part Sun
Growable Ground plant catalog
Drainage
well (dry spells)
Growable Ground plant catalog
Mature Height
4 ft
Growable Ground plant catalog
Start the season right
Plant heartleaf philodendron in part sun with at least 4 hours of direct sun, once the soil has warmed and frost risk has passed.
Match the soil
Heartleaf Philodendron prefers pH 5.5 to 7 (Growable Ground Plant Database). A quick soil test from your local Extension lab tells you whether to add lime or sulfur to land in band.
Water steadily
Keep the root zone evenly moist through establishment. A 2–3 inch mulch layer holds moisture without waterlogging.
Harvest at maturity
Watch for cultivar-specific ripeness cues and pick at peak. Local Cooperative Extension guides publish timing tables.
Good to know
One caution for pet owners — heartleaf philodendron is toxic to dogs and cats (moderate severity). Keep it out of reach, and call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 in an emergency. (Source: ASPCA.)
Heartleaf Philodendron isn't classified as a notable pollinator plant in our data — pair it with high-value bloomers nearby to feed bees.
Where Heartleaf Philodendron thrives
Heartleaf Philodendron is hardy across USDA zones 11 through 12. Zone is only the starting point, though: the soil pH, drainage, and frost dates on your specific land decide how well it actually does.
Zones 11–12·Where Heartleaf Philodendron growsOpen map →
On USDA hardiness-zone overlap, Heartleaf Philodendron can grow in these states:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I grow Heartleaf Philodendron in my zone?
Heartleaf Philodendron grows in USDA hardiness zones 11 through 12 (USDA PHZM 2023). Zone is one factor — soil pH, drainage, and frost dates on your specific parcel also shape whether it takes.
When should you plant Heartleaf Philodendron?
Most growers plant heartleaf philodendron after the last spring frost, once the soil has warmed. Your local frost dates set the exact window — a Growable Ground report reads them for your address.
How much sun does Heartleaf Philodendron need?
Heartleaf Philodendron does well in partial sun — around 4 hours of direct sun, and it takes some afternoon shade in stride. That flexibility makes it a good match for a bed the house or a nearby tree shades for part of the day. A Growable Ground report maps how the sun actually falls on your land, hour by hour, so you can set it where the light lines up.
What soil does Heartleaf Philodendron need?
Heartleaf Philodendron prefers soil pH 5.5 to 7, on well-drained ground (Growable Ground Plant Database). Your report scores your parcel's actual soil against that using USDA SSURGO data.
Does Heartleaf Philodendron attract pollinators?
Heartleaf Philodendron isn't classified as a notable pollinator plant in our data. Pairing it with high-value bloomers nearby keeps bees and butterflies fed.
Is Heartleaf Philodendron safe for pets?
Heartleaf Philodendron is toxic to pets (dogs,cats) with moderate severity. Keep it out of reach, and call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 in an emergency. (Source: ASPCA.)