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Pink Princess Philodendron for Sale: How to Keep the Pink, Where to Buy

By the Plantshop.com Editorial Team · Updated 6 Nov 2026 · How we research · Report an error

Quick verdict

• Buy it if you can give it bright indirect light; strong light keeps pink variegation; avoid harsh midday sun.
• Difficulty: Moderate · Pets: Toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA lists Philodendron spp.)
• Size to buy: A tabletop pot or a hanging basket; vines can reach Vines 2-5 ft with a pole.
• Where to buy: 2 shops we checked list it (21 Oct 2026): The Sill, Lively Root. Amazon also returns live-plant search results.

Quick picks shop listing checked 21 Oct 2026

Top verified shop: The SillView at The Sill ↗Highest rated of the shops listing it: 4.5/5 from 1,284 reviews on Sitejabber

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Pink Princess is a climbing Philodendron erubescens cultivar with dark leaves splashed in bubblegum pink. The pink is unstable: too little light and new leaves come out green; too much direct sun can bleach or burn them.

Is a philodendron pink princess right for you?

It suits you if you can give it bright indirect light; strong light keeps pink variegation; avoid harsh midday sun and you are happy to water when the top 1-2 in of soil is dry. Difficulty: Moderate. Toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA lists Philodendron spp.). Not sure? Try the Plant Finder.

Similar plants to consider: Pothos, Peace Lily, Heartleaf Philodendron, Philodendron Birkin.

Size and age buying guide

Younger or older plant? A younger, smaller plant costs less and settles in easily; an older, larger plant gives you the look straight away but costs more to buy and ship. With a moderate growth rate and a mature size of Vines 2-5 ft with a pole, buy close to the size you want.

Sizes and what you will receive

Online shops sell plants by nursery pot diameter: about 4 in (small, shelf), 6 in (desk or table), 8-10 in (small floor plant) and 12 in and up (floor statement). Height varies a lot within one pot size, so read the listed height too. A mature philodendron pink princess can reach Vines 2-5 ft with a pole and growth is moderate, so a smaller plant will take time to fill out; buy closer to the size you want.

What to check when buying: a healthy philodendron pink princess

• Firm, evenly colored leaves with no mushy stems at the soil line.
• Soil that is not sour-smelling or waterlogged when it arrives.
• No webbing, sticky residue or tiny moving insects under the leaves.
• Roots, if you peek, that are pale and firm rather than brown and soft.

Problems to know about before buying:

• New leaves all green: Not enough light, or a reverted stem; move brighter and cut back to a pink node.
• Pink turning white or brown: Harsh sun or dry air on thin variegated tissue.
• Leggy vines with tiny leaves: Needs a pole and brighter light.

What to check on arrival

1. Photograph the box and the plant before and while you unpack; most guarantees ask for photos.
2. Leaves and stems: firm, evenly colored leaves; no snapped stems or mushy tissue at the soil line.
3. Soil: not sour-smelling or waterlogged.
4. Pests: no webbing, sticky residue or tiny moving insects under the leaves.
5. Size: compare the pot size and height with the listing you ordered.
6. Report problems quickly under the shop’s guarantee.

Guarantee terms of the shops that list it, from their own policy pages (checked 21 Oct 2026):

• The Sill: 30-Day Guarantee: replaced free if plants don't arrive healthy; send a photo within 30 days of receiving the order.
• Lively Root: 30 Day Happiness Guarantee: dead or damaged plants replaced; send a photo within 30 days of delivery.

Problems that often show up after delivery:

• New leaves all green: Not enough light, or a reverted stem; move brighter and cut back to a pink node.
• Pink turning white or brown: Harsh sun or dry air on thin variegated tissue.
• Leggy vines with tiny leaves: Needs a pole and brighter light.

Prices

We do not quote prices until we have checked them. They change with pot size, season and sales. To compare fairly, compare the same pot size and check whether a decorative pot and shipping are included.

Shipping and seasonal risks

Tropical plants like this one suffer below about 50°F (10°C). In winter, order from a shop that adds heat packs or holds shipments in freezing weather, and bring the box inside as soon as it arrives. Summer heat in a delivery truck can also damage plants, so avoid long weekends in transit.

Your first week after delivery

1. Unbox right away and photograph any damage; most guarantees need photos within a set window.
2. Water only if the soil is dry; many plants arrive already moist.
3. Give it bright indirect light, but avoid harsh direct sun for a few days.
4. Keep it away from other plants for one to two weeks in case of pests.
5. Wait two to four weeks before repotting. Full care guide: Philodendron Pink Princess care.

Where to buy a philodendron pink princess online, and why

Comparing shops in general? See the best places to buy plants online. We list a shop only after confirming it currently lists this plant (checked 21 Oct 2026). Stock changes daily. We may earn a commission from some links; it never decides what we list. Disclosure.

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