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Philodendron ‘Sun Red’ – Vibrant Red-Tinted New Growth

Ed's Plant Shop  |  SKU: EPS-PHILO-SUNRED-6IN-STD

$39.99
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Description

Add a burst of color to your indoor jungle with Philodendron ‘Sun Red.’ Fresh leaves emerge blazing red before maturing into lush, deep green—creating a living gradient that evolves over time. Its compact, upright habit makes it perfect for desks, shelves, or as a tabletop focal point.

  • Stunning New Growth: Bright crimson foliage on emerging leaves fades to rich emerald, offering continuous visual interest.
  • Compact & Upright: Reaches 12–18″ tall at maturity, ideal for small spaces and container displays.
  • Easy Care: Thrives in bright, indirect to medium light; water when the top 1″ of soil dries.
  • Durable Aroid: A hardy cultivar that tolerates average home humidity and temperatures from 65–80°F.
  • Straight from the Grower: Ships in a 4″ nursery pot with drainage—ready to style in your favorite decorative planter.

Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Philodendron selloum ‘Sun Red’
  • Family: Araceae
  • Origin: Modern cultivar selected for its red juvenile foliage

Care Guide

  • Light: Bright, indirect or medium light; avoid scorching direct sun (old leaves may show light bleaching).
  • Water: Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged—allow the top inch to dry between waterings.
  • Humidity: Adapts to normal home levels; benefits from occasional misting.
  • Temperature: Best in 65–80°F (18–27°C); protect from drafts and dips below 60°F.
  • Soil: Use a well-draining aroid or houseplant mix with perlite or orchid bark.
  • Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer.
  • Propagation: Easily propagated via stem cuttings with aerial roots or nodes.
  • Toxicity: Toxic if ingested—keep out of reach of pets and children.

Note: Slight sun bleaching on older leaves can occur if exposed to stronger light—this is normal and does not harm the plant.

Live Plants – Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

What size plant will I receive?


The size shown on the product page refers to the approximate diameter of the nursery pot, not the plant’s total height or width. Plant height, fullness, leaf size, vine length, and growth pattern naturally vary by variety and individual plant.

Will my plant look exactly like the photographs?

Each live plant is naturally unique. The plant you receive will be the variety and pot size ordered, but its shape, coloration, leaf count, fullness, and maturity may differ from the example photographs. Seasonal growth, recent pruning, and natural variation may also affect its appearance.

Is the decorative pot included?


Unless the product listing specifically states otherwise, live plants arrive in a standard nursery grow pot. Decorative planters, baskets, saucers, stands, and other accessories are sold separately. Please review the product title and description to confirm what is included.

When will my plant ship or be delivered?

Please allow approximately 5–15 business days for processing and preparation. Five business days is the earliest end of the range, and many orders require most or all of the stated processing window.

Processing time is separate from carrier transit time. Local NYC delivery also requires preparation and does not automatically mean same-day or next-day service.

Orders may occasionally require additional time because of plant availability, order volume, weather, seasonal demand, or courier coordination. We will send an update when confirmed fulfillment, tracking, or delivery information becomes available.

How are live plants packaged?

Each live plant is inspected and packed according to its size, shape, and shipping needs. Soil and foliage may be secured to reduce movement during transit, and protective materials may be added when appropriate.

Temporary drooping, shifted soil, limited leaf loss, or minor cosmetic stress can occur while a plant adjusts after shipping. This does not necessarily mean the plant is unhealthy.

What should I do when my plant arrives?

Unpack the plant promptly and carefully remove all protective packaging. Place it in appropriate light and allow it time to adjust to its new environment.

Check the soil before watering. Do not water automatically upon arrival because the plant may already have adequate moisture. Avoid immediately fertilizing, heavily pruning, or repeatedly moving the plant while it acclimates.

Should I repot my plant immediately?

We generally recommend allowing a newly delivered plant time to acclimate before repotting unless there is an urgent plant-health reason to do so.

Repotting an eligible small plant during the first 15 days may void the Plant Health Guarantee because it can make the cause of decline difficult to determine.

What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?

Report shipping or delivery damage within 48 hours. Keep the plant and all packaging while the concern is being reviewed.

Please provide your order number, a photograph of the entire plant, close-up photographs of the concern, and photographs of the box and packaging when applicable.

Small plants in nursery pots measuring 8 inches and below may also qualify for our 15-Day Plant Health Guarantee. Large plants in nursery pots measuring 10 inches and above have a 48-hour inspection and reporting window.

Review our Refund & Returns Policy for complete eligibility and documentation requirements.

How can I get help with my order or plant?

For the fastest assistance, use the AI chat assistant on our website. It can help with common order-status, delivery, policy, product, and plant-care questions.

Have your order number and the email address used at checkout available when asking about an order. When a concern requires photographs or human review, email support@edsplantshop.com.