Philodendron ‘Summer Glory’ 
 
Common Names Summer Glory Philodendron, Blushing Glory, Bronze-Veined Philodendron
 
Zones 10A–11 (outdoors); Zone 9+ with protection; indoor year-round in colder zones
 
Philodendron ‘Summer Glory’ is a patented hybrid created by LariAnn Garner of Aroidia Research, combining an unnamed Bob McColley hybrid with Philodendron gloriosum. This upright, non-climbing cultivar is prized for its large, heart-shaped leaves that emerge in reddish-bronze tones and mature to glossy green with pinkish venation and red margins. Its compact, bushy habit and vibrant coloration make it ideal for interiorscapes and
tropical containers.
 
Key Features
Growth Habit: Upright, self-heading; terrestrial; moderate growth rate
Height: 2–3 ft. tall; 2–3 ft. wide
Trunk: Herbaceous; short internodes; basal swelling with age
Leaves: Heart-shaped; glossy green with pink veins and red margins; juvenile leaves reddish-bronze; 10–18 in. long
Petiole: Thick, upright; green to reddish; surrounded by red cataphylls
Inflorescence: Rare indoors; white spathe and spadix
Fruit: Not typically produced in cultivation
Ecology: Hybrid cultivar; bred in Florida; selected for color, durability, and pest resistance2
 
Growing Conditions
Light: Bright indirect light; tolerates medium light indoors
Watering: Allow top 2–3 inches of soil to dry; water thoroughly when dry
Soil: Rich, well-draining mix with peat, perlite, orchid bark, and compost
Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C); protect below 55°F (13°C)
Humidity: Moderate to high (60–80%); misting or humidifier recommended indoors
Propagation: Stem cuttings with node; rooting in moss or water
Tolerance: Cold-sensitive; moderate pest resistance; toxic if ingested3
 
Landscape Use Ideal for interiorscapes, tropical patio containers, and foliage-forward design schemes. Pairs well with Philodendron gloriosum, Philodendron ‘Painted Lady’, and Anthurium ‘Clarinervium’ for layered color and texture.