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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 Green Congo skips the vining altogether. It grows upright from a central rosette, branching early into a full, self supporting plant with large, thick, glossy dark green leaves that never need a moss pole or trellis to look full.
Set it on a plant stand, a console table, or anywhere you want a sculptural houseplant that fills space on its own. For more indoor plant ideas see our tropical plant care guide, or browse the rest of the houseplant collection to build out a plant shelf.
Arrives in a 6 inch pot. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.
Planting & Care
Light
Bright, indirect light keeps growth fastest, though Green Congo tolerates medium light without complaint. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Water
Water once the top 1 to 2 inches of soil have dried, then water thoroughly until it drains. Keep the soil moist but never soggy.
Humidity and Temperature
Prefers moderate to high humidity but adapts well to average home humidity. Keep it above 60 degrees F and away from cold drafts.
Soil and Feeding
Plant in a moist, well-drained potting mix rich in organic matter, such as a standard aroid blend. Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the active growing season.
Growth Habit
Green Congo is self heading, meaning it grows upright and branches on its own rather than climbing. No pole or trellis is needed, just room for it to spread as it matures.
Pets
Keep out of reach of cats and dogs. Philodendrons contain insoluble calcium oxalates that irritate the mouth and stomach if chewed.
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No. It is a self heading philodendron, meaning it grows upright from a central point rather than climbing, so it never needs a pole or trellis.
Is Philodendron Green Congo toxic to pets?
There is no toxicity listing specific to this cultivar, but philodendrons as a genus are documented as toxic to dogs and cats due to calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, drooling, and vomiting if chewed. Treat Green Congo the same way and keep it away from pets.
How big does Philodendron Green Congo get?
Commonly reported at 3 to 4 feet tall and wide indoors over time, branching and filling in as it matures.
Is Green Congo still patented?
No. US Plant Patent PP11,724 was granted in 2000 and its term has since expired.
What light and water does Philodendron Green Congo need?
Bright indirect light with tolerance for medium light, and watering once the top 1 to 2 inches of soil have dried out.
Is Green Congo the same as Rojo Congo?
No. Green Congo and Rojo Congo share the Congo trade name and the same breeder, but Rojo Congo is a separately patented hybrid with different parentage, not a red form of Green Congo.
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