Do you know that some plants thrive when planted together? We call this arrangement companion planting, and pothos is one such houseplant that easily thrives when planted with others.

Planting pothos with companion plants helps in adding variety to your garden and can make your house look more aesthetic and green. If you already have Pothos at home or you are planning to add them to your plant collection, we have a list of houseplants that can complement it. 

Pothos Facts You Must Know 

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Pothos, golden pothos, or Devil’s ivy are stunning-looking houseplants that are capable of purifying toxins like toluene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and xylene from the air. They are known for being easy to care for and difficult to kill. 

Pothos need bright, indirect light to flourish and a well-drained potting mix. Their trailing or climbing vines can be as long as 40 feet high but if grown horizontally on the ground they can grow only 6 to 8 feet. Pothos thrive between the temperature range of 65 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and prefer high humidity. This makes it the perfect plant for your bathroom!

Lastly, although they don't specifically require fertilizer, you can feed them during their growing season. An all-purpose fertilizer would work best.

What is Companion Planting? 

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Companion planting is a term used for growing two or more plants together (in close proximity) to derive the benefits such as pest control, pollination, and nutrient uptake. Companion planting can also help utilize small spaces at home to grow a variety of plants. Two or more plants can become companions if they share the same requirements of soil, water, and temperature. 

In some cases, plants can be grown together if they help in meeting each other's needs. For instance, if one plant needs more nitrogen to grow, its companion plant can be the one that acts as a nitrogen fixer. Similarly, if one plant needs more sun or direct sunlight to grow, a companion plant can use its shade to flourish. 

Good Friends For Pothos Plants

Monstera Plants

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Monstera is a vining plant like pothos and can give your house a cool, tropical look. Monsteras require dappled sunlight during their active growth periods from March to September and also have similar watering needs to pothos, requiring less then other plants. 

Monstera plants can be good companions for pothos as their big leaves can protect them from direct sunlight. Monsteras can thrive at a temperature above 65 degrees Fahrenheit. If temperatures dip below this point your plant will suffer.

And, similar to pothos, monsteras require fertilizer during the growing season. An all-purpose liquid fertilizer diluted will do the trick. 

Palms 

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Palm plants are another companion planting partner for pothos that can brighten up your space. There are at least five varieties of palm plants, such as the areca palm, that are suitable for intimate house gardens.

Similar to pothos they require low maintenance and indirect sunlight. Plus, the shapes of their foliage make a striking display.

Peace Lilies 

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Peace lilies are sturdy houseplants that can survive in temperature ranges of 65 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. They need fertilization only during the summer months and just the right amount of water so that their soil is moist. This is why they are a good planting companion for Pothos. 

Snake Plant 

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Snake plants and pothos have a lot in common which is why they can be planted in the same pot. Snake plants, just like pothos, do not require direct sunlight and can easily thrive in a temperature ranging temperatures as long as it doesn't dip below 65 degrees Fahrenheit.

They also require fertilization once a month only during the growing season. Growing pothos with snake plants has many benefits as both these plants act as air purifiers and can give your house a beautiful look. Add these plants to your bedrooms for some fresh air.

Philodendron

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Companion planting Philodendrons with Pothos will make your house look much greener than ever. Both these plants are aesthetically pleasing and require similar conditions to grow. Philodendrons are not very needy when it comes to water and can even go without water for up to ten days depending upon the environmental conditions. 

Philodendrons require a temperature between 75 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and a temperature between 65 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the night. They do not require a fertilizer to grow but you can add a water-soluble fertilizer every three weeks to help them thrive. 

Scheffler Plants

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Schefflera plants are often used for interior decoration because of their leathery and glossy leaves. They require the same care as pothos plants, can be 12 to 15 feet tall, and complement the pothos vines perfectly. 

These fast growing plants are such to give you the aesthetic you've been craving!

Can You Put Two Different Pothos In The Same Pot? 

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There are different varieties of Pothos such as golden, marble, neon, jade, Hawaiian, and ’N’ joy and yes, they can grow in the same pot. However, you need to make sure that you are using a pot of the right size to allow the roots of both plants to survive together. Also, make sure to prune them when needed or they might grow in a contorted manner. 

Don’t Be Afraid To Mix and Match

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It is surprising to know how many plants you can pair up with Pothos. However, there are three things that you must consider while companion planting another plant with Pothos. 

Firstly, you must research the needs of the plant and consider it only if it has similar preferences to Pothos. Secondly, you might need to repot the plants so make sure that you know how to do it correctly as it can be cumbersome at times. Lastly, the pot should be big enough that both plants can thrive properly.

Grab A Friend!

So, wait no more! Start making your combinations today and experience the beauty of companion planting pothos at home. You might just find your favorite plant combination!

Have you planted any other houseplants with Pothos at home? Share with us how you take care of both plants in the comments.