Simple Tips: How to Make Pothos Grow Faster ~ Like a Pro

Pothos, also known as Devil’s Ivy (Epipremnum aureum), is an enormously popular plant for the home or office. It comes in several beautiful varieties and is one of the easiest houseplants to grow.

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Follow these nine tips for how to make pothos grow faster. So, you can have a healthy plant that you can be proud of.

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Tip #1 – Know Its Native Habitat

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Tip #2 – Give It the Right Amount of Sunlight

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Tip #3 – Keep It at the Right Temperature

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Tip #4 – Provide the Right Humidity

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