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Understanding Our Container Sizes
At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.
Container Sizes
Quart
Plant age: 6 months to 1 year Best for:Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.
#1 Container
Plant age: 1 to 2 years Best for:Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.
#2 Container
Plant age: 2 to 3 years Best for:Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.
#3 Container
Plant age: 3 to 4 years Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.
#5 Container and Larger
Plant age: 4 to 5+ years Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.
Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?
Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.
Root Pouch Containers
Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.
There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:
Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.
Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.
Philodendron Brasil is the variegated heartleaf philodendron every plant shelf needs. Each dark green, heart shaped leaf carries a lime green to yellow stripe down the center, and the trailing vines spill over the edge of a hanging basket within a few months of unpacking.
Hang it in a bright kitchen window, let it cascade from a bookshelf, or train it up a small trellis, either way it is one of the most forgiving houseplants you can bring home. Read our tips for bringing the garden indoors for more easy houseplant picks, or browse the full houseplant collection for something to pair it with.
Arrives in a 6 inch hanging basket, ready to hang. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.
Planting & Care
Light
Philodendron Brasil tolerates fairly dim corners, but bright, indirect light a few feet back from an east or south window keeps the lime green striping at its most vivid. Direct afternoon sun will scorch the leaves.
Water
Keep the soil consistently moist through the growing season, then let it dry down a bit more in winter. It tolerates a slight dry spell between waterings, so an occasional missed week will not hurt it.
Humidity and Temperature
Average home humidity works well, though a bit of extra humidity or an occasional misting is appreciated. Keep it above 60 degrees F and away from cold drafts and heat vents.
Soil and Feeding
Plant in a well-draining aroid or general houseplant mix with plenty of organic matter. Feed monthly through spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer, and skip feeding in fall and winter.
Propagation and Pruning
Brasil is one of the easiest houseplants to propagate. Snip a stem cutting with at least one node and root it in water or moist soil. Pinch back leggy vines any time to keep the basket full.
Pets
Keep out of reach of cats and dogs. Like other aroids it contains insoluble calcium oxalates that irritate the mouth and stomach if chewed.
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Is Philodendron Brasil the same plant as regular heartleaf philodendron?
Yes, botanically. Brasil is a variegated cultivar of Philodendron hederaceum, the same species sold as plain green heartleaf philodendron. The difference is the lime green to yellow stripe down the center of each leaf.
Is Philodendron Brasil toxic to dogs or cats?
Yes. Like other philodendrons it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed or eaten. Keep it out of reach of pets.
How much light does Philodendron Brasil need?
It tolerates low light and will survive in a fairly dim spot, but bright, indirect light keeps the yellow green variegation from fading back to solid green.
How often should I water Philodendron Brasil?
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season and let it dry down a bit more in winter. It tolerates an occasional missed watering without much drama.
Can Philodendron Brasil be grown outdoors?
Only in USDA hardiness zones 11a through 12b, where it can live outdoors year round in shade. Everywhere else it is grown as a houseplant.
Extend your plant protection to a full year with Growing & Glowing Guarantee Plus, the 1-year warranty.
Every plant already includes our free 45-day guarantee. Add Plus once at checkout and it covers every eligible plant in your order, including plants in containers, when they are properly planted and cared for.
What you get:
Store credit for the cost of your plant
Free shipping on your next order, so the replacement ships free
Coverage through one year from delivery
To file a claim: Email a photo of each plant to support@naturehills.com within 7 days of noticing the issue, or reach us through our contact page.
Not covered: Improper planting, weather extremes, pest or wildlife damage, or plants outside their recommended zone. Annuals, bulbs, grass plugs, and hard goods are not eligible.
