Philodendron Xanadu "Compact Tree Philodendron" 10Liter

🌿 Philodendron ‘Xanadu’ – Compact Split-Leaf Philodendron

Botanical Name: Philodendron ‘Xanadu’
Common Names: Philodendron Xanadu, Xanadu Philodendron, Compact Tree Philodendron, Lacy Philodendron

📌 Product Description

Philodendron ‘Xanadu’ is a compact, evergreen tropical plant prized for its lush, deeply lobed, glossy green leaves that form a neat, bushy clump. Unlike larger Philodendrons such as Philodendron selloum, Xanadu maintains a manageable size, making it perfect for patios, containers, garden beds, and small to medium landscapes.

Its striking foliage adds a tropical, architectural look to gardens, shaded areas, and subtropical landscapes. This variety is hardy, low-maintenance, and suited for South African gardens with mild, frost-free conditions.

📏 Size When Fully Grown

• Height: 0.9 – 1.2 m
• Spread: 1 – 1.5 m
• Growth Habit: Compact, clumping perennial
• Growth Rate: Moderate

🌱 Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates filtered sunlight
• Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter
• Water:
  • Keep soil consistently moist during establishment
  • Drought-tolerant once established
• Feeding: Balanced fertiliser during spring and summer
• Maintenance:
  • Remove old or damaged leaves to maintain neat appearance
  • Minimal pruning needed to control shape

🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

• Best Planting Time: Spring or autumn
• Growing Season: Spring and summer
• Climate Suitability: Subtropical, frost-free regions; coastal and temperate gardens
• Frost Tolerance: Sensitive to frost; protect in cold areas

🌼 Additional Benefits

• Compact and low-maintenance tropical foliage
• Evergreen with architectural, deeply lobed leaves
• Perfect for containers, borders, and medium garden beds
• Adds tropical texture and interest to shaded areas
• Ideal for patios, courtyards, and subtropical landscapes

🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Container and patio planting
✔ Shaded garden beds and borders
✔ Small to medium-sized tropical garden features
✔ Subtropical and frost-free landscapes
✔ Architectural foliage accent