Philodendron McColley’s Finale 4”

Philodendron ‘McColley’s Finale’ is a hybrid philodendron that originates from tropical regions of Central and South America, where many philodendrons naturally grow as climbing or trailing plants under the forest canopy. In its native habitat, it receives bright, filtered light, which helps develop its striking, deeply lobed leaves with a mix of green and burgundy tones. Understanding its natural lighting conditions is key to successful indoor growth.

Indoors, Philodendron ‘McColley’s Finale’ thrives in bright, indirect light, ideally near an east-facing window for gentle morning sun or a north-facing window for consistent diffuse daylight. Direct afternoon sunlight, especially from south- or west-facing windows, can scorch its delicate leaves or fade the rich coloration. Too little light may slow growth and cause the leaves to lose their deep hues.

To promote balanced growth and maintain its bushy, compact form, rotate the plant every 1–2 weeks so all sides receive even illumination. If natural light is limited, a full-spectrum grow light positioned above the plant can replicate the filtered forest light it prefers. With steady, indirect light, Philodendron ‘McColley’s Finale’ will showcase its dramatic foliage and maintain vigorous, healthy growth.