Glacier Pothos Care: How to Make This Mysterious Plant Thrive

The rare and mysterious Glacier Pothos is a gorgeous houseplant with dark green, silvery green, and bluish-gray variegation. Although it’s a tropical vine, it is hardy and adaptable and doesn’t require a special care regime.

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If you’re lucky enough to find it, you’ll discover that keeping it alive in any home is easy, even if you’re a beginner. Read on to find out more about how to care for this pothos, and discover its intricate origin story.

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Glacier Pothos Care Guide

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Light

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Soil

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Water

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