Attaching Pothos to Walls with Adjustable Vine Holders

Attaching Pothos Vines to Walls with Vine Holders

Pothos, also known as golden pothos or devil's ivy, is a popular houseplant known for its easy care, trailing vines, and variegated leaves. One way to showcase pothos' vining habit is to attach the vines to the wall to let them cascade down. Using vine holders is an easy way to attach pothos vines without damaging walls.

Benefits of Displaying Pothos on Walls

Letting pothos vines trail down from the wall offers several advantages:

• Shows off the vine's natural trailing habit
• Creates a living wall display
• Adds visual interest to blank walls
• Brightens up space with lush greenery
• Variegated varieties add pops of white color
• Lets the vines grow long without taking up floor and table space

Choosing the Best Place to Display Pothos

When choosing where to place pothos vines on walls, consider the following:

• The direction and intensity of light - pothos thrives in bright, indirect light
• Access to the vines for maintenance and harvesting cuttings
• Wall material - paint, wallpaper, tile, wood, etc. The vines can stick to almost any surface but smooth surfaces are easiest.
• Visibility - pick a main living area where the vines can be appreciated
• Proximity to a window - vines can cascade to a window sill

Some good places to display pothos vines include kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, offices, bathrooms, and hallway spaces.

Selecting the Right Pothos for Displaying on Walls

While all pothos varieties can cling to walls with vine holders, some are better choices than others when it comes to wall displays:

• Golden pothos - This fast-growing variety has light green and yellow variegated leaves. It looks great cascading down most wall colors.
• Marble Queen - One of the most popular varieties, Marble Queen has white and green variegated leaves that stand out well against darker paint colors.
• Jade - With solid light green leaves, jade pothos stays smaller than other varieties, working well in more confined wall spaces.
• Neon - The neon variety has brightly colored lime green leaves that create a vivid display. It works well against neutral wall colors.

Choosing the Right Vine Holders

Vine holders specifically designed for houseplants offer a no-damage solution for attaching vining plants to walls and other surfaces. Key features to look for include:

• Adjustability - Being able to tilt and rotate the holders allows flexibility when positioning vines.
• Strong adhesive - The holders should stick firmly to walls without slipping but still be removable without damaging painted walls.
• Supportive grip - Cradles and clips on the holders gently secure vines without crushing stems.
• Aesthetic design - Neutral colored holders blend into displays instead of standing out.

High quality plant vine holders often have all these features. Cheaper options sometimes lack adjustability or use damaging adhesives. Investing in holders designed specifically for houseplant vines results in better long term wall displays.

Attaching Pothos Vines to Walls

Displaying pothos vines with holders involves just a few simple steps:

1. Select a wall location near a potted pothos plant. This allows access to the vines for harvesting and maintenance.
2. Choose evenly spaced points to place the vine holders. More holders secured closer together provide more support.
3. Wipe holder mounting locations with isopropyl alcohol to clean the wall surface.
4. Remove adhesive backing on holders then firmly press in place at marked locations.
5. Allow adhesive to set for a few hours before attaching vines.
6. Secure vines gently in holders, allowing ends to cascade down the wall as desired.

As pothos vines grow longer, continue adding new holders to provide support along the length of the vines. Trim back wall vines as needed to keep growth tidy and full.

Caring for Wall-Mounted Pothos Plants

Pothos displays require some periodic care to stay healthy and attractive:

• Watering - Check soil moisture regularly and water wall-mounted vines whenever potted plants need moisture. Brown crispy vine tips indicate under watering stress.
• Light - Monitor light exposure with attention to season changes. Rotate plants or adjust blinds to provide bright, indirect light year round.
• Nutrition - Apply a balanced houseplant fertilizer monthly during active growth periods to support lush vine growth.
• Pruning - Snip off any dead or damaged vines back to the wall. Prune to control length and density, pinching stem ends promotes branching.
• Cleaning - Use a soft duster or damp cloth to gently wipe dust off wall-mounted vine sections as needed to keep them looking their best.

With the right care, pothos vines can cascade beautifully down walls for years, needing only occasional receivering in vine holders as plants grow and change.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wall-Mounted Pothos Plants

Displaying pothos on walls with vine holders is popular but does lead some homeowners to ask common questions.

Will pothos vine holders damage my painted walls?

When using quality vine holders designed specifically for houseplants, there should be no damage to wall paint or other surfaces. Look for holders with non-permanent adhesive that sticks firmly but removes cleanly without chipping or peeling paint or wallpaper.

How much light do wall-mounted pothos plants need?

Pothos thrives best in bright, indirect light. Wall vines will need exposure to adequate sunlight reaching the wall location. East, west, or north facing walls work better than darker south walls. Adjust blinds as seasons change to maintain consistent light exposure.

Should wall-mounted pothos trail down or should vines climb back up?

Growing pothos vines both downward and back upwards creates a cascading curtain effect some homeowners enjoy. However climbing vines require more holders and maintenance. Letting vines trail down from wall holders results in a simpler, flowing display and is generally lower maintenance long term.

How often do I need to dust wall mounted pothos plants?

Dust pothos wall vines whenever they appear visibly dirty, typically every few weeks. Wipe leaves gently with a soft cloth or specialized duster. Regular gentle dust removal keeps plants looking their best and allows their foliage to soak in adequate sunlight for growth.

What if my pothos outgrows my wall space?

Pothos vines can grow quite lengthy when happy. If your wall display becomes overgrown, cut back vines, remove lower holders, and re-position higher on the wall to restart a tidier cascade effect. Overgrown pothos can also be propagated by taking cuttings.

FAQs

Can I use household items like hooks or clips to mount pothos vines?

It's best to use purpose-made plant vine holders. Household hooks can damage walls and won't grip vines securely. Avoid wire, hooks, tape or other non-plant holder options which could also harm vines.

How long will pothos vine holders stick to my walls?

Quality plant vine holders used as directed should stick firmly to walls for approximately a year before needing replacement. Gently remove older holders then clean the wall area before pressing new holders in the same spots.

Will my cat or dog be able to pull down pothos vines?

Pets may show interest in new wall displays. Place thorny branches around initial wall vines if needed to deter pet interference. Once established, pothos vines should remain firmly anchored in holders out of paw's reach.

Can I display pothos in my bathroom?

Yes, bathroom walls with adequate lighting work well for pothos. The higher humidity suits their tropical origins. Just take care not to position wall vines directly in the path of steamy showers which can promote fungal leaf diseases.

How often should I dust wall mounted pothos vines?

Dust pothos wall displays every two to three weeks. Wipe leaves gently with a microfiber cloth to prevent dust buildup from blocking sunlight needed for growth and maintain the plants' visually appealing presence.