Philodendron 'Summer Glory'

🔥💚 Philodendron ‘Summer Glory’ / Philodendron (fil-oh-DEN-dron SUM-er GLOR-ee) 💚🔥

Also known as: Summer Glory Philodendron

A dazzling hybrid between Philodendron gloriosum and Philodendron McColley, Summer Glory combines velvety texture with glossy, colorful flair. New leaves unfurl in copper-bronze with a red cataphyll, then mature into deep green hearts traced by bold white veins. Creeping along the soil like its gloriosum parent, this plant is equal parts elegant and dramatic — a true modern classic for collectors.

💡 Care Tips:

☀️ Light – Thrives in bright, indirect light. Too little light reduces its coppery flush and vein contrast; too much direct sun risks leaf burn.
💧 Water – Let the top inch of soil dry between waterings. Avoid soggy soil to protect its creeping rhizome.
🌡️ Humidity – Prefers moderate to high humidity (50–70%+). Ideal temps: 65–80°F (18–27°C). Protect from cold drafts.
🌱 Growth – A creeping (not climbing) philodendron with broad, heart-shaped leaves. Benefits from a wide, shallow planter to let its rhizome spread.

📊 Difficulty: Intermediate (fairly forgiving but needs steady humidity and good light to shine).

🐾 Pet Safety: Toxic if ingested. Contains calcium oxalate crystals which can irritate the mouth, throat, and stomach. All pets are unique and reactions may vary in symptoms and severity.

🌟 Collector’s Tip:
Let it creep! Use a shallow, wide pot to encourage larger leaves. Keep those copper-bronze new leaves in bright, filtered light — they’ll deepen into velvet green with striking veins. Documenting each unfurl is part of the joy, as no two leaves mature in quite the same way.

Photos do not depict the exact plant you will receive; colors and size will vary. You will receive the healthiest and best-looking plant from your size selection.