Pothos Golden Rooted Cutting Liner

For best results with Golden, grow four to six rooted plugs per 4- or 10-inch container. Use well-drained soil with a pH of 6.1-6.5 and low feed after transplant (100-200 ppm N), increasing to 200-400 ppm N during active growth. Provide temperatures between 70-90 degrees, humidity at 50-60%, and light levels of 5,000 fc. Watch for spider mites, whiteflies, scales, mealybugs, and root rot.

This plant is grown for its attractive foliage.

This plant doesn't require pinching.

Space containers for adequate airflow and sunlight penetration around the base and foliage of each plant.

This plant doesn't require PGRs. Provide adequate light and warmth to encourage vigorous growth.

Scout for spider mites, whiteflies, scale, and mealybugs as part of your commercial greenhouse's Integrated Pest Management program.

Spider Mites are tiny pests that cause stippling, yellowing, and webbing on foliage by feeding on plant sap. They flourish in warm, dry environments. Use correct water and fertilizing practices; over-fertilizing can attract spider mites. Proper humidity levels, predatory mites or ladybugs, and insecticidal soaps or oils may prevent or address a spider mite infestation.

Whiteflies are small, winged insects that eat plant sap and cause yellowed leaves and stunted growth. Severe infestations can lead to plants dying. Prevent infestations by sanitizing surfaces and tools and removing debris. Introduce natural predators and use sticky traps to control populations. Insecticidal soaps and oils are also effective against this pest.

Scale are insect pests that feed on plant sap and look like small bumps on leaves or stems. Control damage from this pest by scouting, introducing natural predators, applying horticultural oils or insecticidal soap, and pruning and discarding infested plant parts or whole plants. Be sure to disinfect tools and always use a sanitary growing media and containers. Note that healthy plants are more resistant to pests and disease.

Mealybugs are small, white, soft-bodied insects that feed on plant sap. They are covered in powdery wax, which gives them a cottony appearance. They reproduce and spread rapidly. Inspect plants regularly for signs of an infestation, including white, cottony masses on foliage. Always check new plants before bringing them into the greenhouse. Remove any highly infested plants from the greenhouse for quarantine or disposal. Introduce beneficial insects like ladybugs, lacewings, and parasitic wasps as biological controls for mealybug populations and apply insecticidal soap or horticultural oils to disrupt lifecycles and feeding. Maintaining a sanitary greenhouse and eliminating debris can deter pest infestations.

This plant isn't prone to disease. Root rot may develop with overwatering. Take preventative measures in your greenhouse. Water at the base of each plant in the morning, allowing the soil to dry between waterings. Use sanitary tools, growing media, and containers. Provide good airflow and space containers for adequate circulation and sunlight around the base of each plant.

Root Rot occurs in poorly drained or overly wet soil, which becomes the host for several types of fungi. It causes stunted growth, wilting, and root system decay. Prevention is the best treatment, and you will avoid most root rot problems by using clean, well-draining media, appropriate containers, and good watering practices for finishing seedling plugs. Inspect plants for signs of disease regularly. Repot infected plants in well-draining soil, adjust your watering schedule, provide better airflow, and use a fungicide if needed.