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A zesty twist on a houseplant classic
Pothos ‘Lemon Meringue’ is a cheerful and eye-catching cultivar of Epipremnum aureum known for its lime-green to lemon-yellow leaves with a glossy finish and heart shape. Its fresh, citrusy color brings an uplifting pop to any indoor space, earning it the nickname “sunshine in a pot.”
Like all pothos varieties, it’s low-maintenance, fast-growing, and great for beginners. Whether you’re brightening a shelf, training it up a trellis, or letting it cascade from a hanging basket, this plant is both stylish and easy to care for.
Pothos ‘Lemon Meringue’ loves bright, indirect light to maintain its vibrant lemon tones. It can handle medium to low light, but its color may fade to a more muted green if it doesn't get enough brightness.
Avoid direct sun, which can burn the delicate foliage. If your space is on the dimmer side, consider supplementing with a grow light to keep that citrus hue shining.
Water when the top 1 to 2 inches of soil feel dry. Lemon Meringue, like other pothos, prefers to dry out a bit between waterings.
In warmer months, this might mean watering once a week, while in winter, every 10–14 days may be sufficient. Always let excess water drain and avoid soggy soil to prevent root rot.
This plant isn’t too picky, thriving in average household humidity and temperature. That said, a boost in humidity can encourage lusher growth.
Use a well-draining potting mix—a standard indoor plant mix works just fine. You can improve drainage by mixing in a bit of perlite or orchid bark.
Repot every 1–2 years, or when you see roots poking out of the bottom of the pot. Pothos like to be a little root-bound, so don’t rush it!
Feed your plant every 4 to 6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted to half strength. This keeps growth strong and encourages healthy new leaves.
No need to fertilize in the dormant months of fall and winter.
Trim as needed to encourage bushier growth or manage length. Use clean scissors to cut just above a node (where a leaf meets the vine). You can also remove any yellow or damaged leaves to keep your plant looking its best.
Wipe its leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to remove dust and let their shine show through.
Pothos ‘Lemon Meringue’ is super easy to propagate via stem cuttings:
Like all pothos, ‘Lemon Meringue’ is toxic to pets and humans if ingested due to calcium oxalate crystals. Keep it away from cats, dogs, and curious children.