Vine
Pothos
Epipremnum pinnatum
Traits
Varieties We Carry
NeonEpipremnum pinnatumPearls and JadeEpipremnum pinnatumGoldenEpipremnum pinnatum
Sizes & Pricing
4 inFrom$5.95
8 inFrom$14.95
1 galFrom$12.95
3 galFrom$27.95
From$27.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightPart Shade, Part Sun
WaterModerate
Mature sizetrailing vine 6-10 feet long indoor ; can climb to 40+ feet outdoor in tropical condition × 1-3 feet
About Pothos
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a vigorous tropical vine from the Solomon Islands, prized as a houseplant and shaded patio container plant for its heart-shaped, waxy leaves splashed with gold or white variegation. In NE Florida zone 9b it is not frost-hardy and must be grown in containers that can be moved indoors during cold weather. Note: it is invasive if introduced into outdoor tropical habitats. Starting at $5.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Non-flowering
- Flower Color
- Non-flowering
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Pothos thrives in bright indirect light to moderate shade and tolerates low light better than most plants. Outdoors in NE Florida it should be placed in sheltered shade or dappled light — direct outdoor sun will scorch leaves. Best suited as a houseplant or shaded patio container plant in zone 9b, as it is not frost-hardy.
Water
Water when the top inch of soil is dry; Pothos tolerates occasional drought but performs best with consistent moderate moisture. In NE Florida's warm, humid summers growth is rapid — check soil moisture more frequently. Always use well-drained potting mix and never allow the plant to sit in water.
Soil & Fertilizer
Use a well-drained, fertile potting mix for container culture. Fertilize monthly spring through summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength; reduce or stop fertilizing in fall and winter. In zone 9b, keep containers mobile so plants can be brought indoors when temperatures drop below 50°F.
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Common questions
Is Pothos a good plant for St. Augustine?
Pothos is a vine for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching trailing vine 6-10 feet long indoor ; can climb to 40+ feet outdoor in tropical condition × 1-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.