Overwintering guide
How to overwinter philodendron 'jungle boogie'
Winter watering
Cut watering right back — philodendron 'jungle boogie' uses far less while growth slows, and cold, wet compost is the usual cause of winter root rot. Stop feeding until spring.
The mistake that kills philodendron 'jungle boogie' in winter
Watering on the same schedule as summer. In winter that keeps the roots sodden while the plant is barely drinking, and philodendron 'jungle boogie' rots from the base.
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Overwintering philodendron 'jungle boogie' — FAQ
Does philodendron 'jungle boogie' need to come indoors for winter?
Philodendron 'Jungle Boogie' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 10 — winter lows around -1°C. That means it will not survive frost and needs to come inside. Philodendron 'Jungle Boogie' is frost-tender, so overwintering means bringing it inside and letting it rest rather than pushing it to grow. Move it indoors well before the first frost, give it the brightest spot you have (light levels indoors drop sharply in winter), and keep it away from both cold window glass and hot radiators — the swing between the two does more damage than the cold itself.
When should I move philodendron 'jungle boogie' for winter?
Bring indoors when nights start dropping below about 10°C, ahead of the first frost.
How often should I water philodendron 'jungle boogie' in winter?
Cut watering right back — philodendron 'jungle boogie' uses far less while growth slows, and cold, wet compost is the usual cause of winter root rot. Stop feeding until spring.
What kills philodendron 'jungle boogie' over winter?
Watering on the same schedule as summer. In winter that keeps the roots sodden while the plant is barely drinking, and philodendron 'jungle boogie' rots from the base.