Is Philodendron Pink Princess CANCELLED?! | Downfall of a Rare Plant

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Welcome to my discussion of why the philodendron pink princess is no longer super popular in the rare plant market.

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[PlantFriendDownTheStreet]

Congratulations to our giveaway winner! What do you all think? Is the PPP cancelled?

[TalkPlantyToMe]

I love pink princess, not because of any sort of value or status it could or would hold. It was the first plant I saw before I got into plants that was pink. The moment I learned they could even be pink! It was like a reminder that magic does exist. I have collected many different PPs from different places- outdoor grown in Hawaii, a mother that flowered, etc. I have such a wide variety of them from solid pink to more solid burgundy. I love them sooo much no matter how variegated it is, no matter the value. They were my first plant love. The ones with super amazing color are just a bonus ❤️

[oznow]

I've had no issues with mine. It's nearly 4ft tall and has bright bubble gum pink variegation. I bought it with extremely low variegation from Costa Farms in April. I placed it under a grow light and it continually puts out highly variegated leaves. What works for some doesn't work for all.

[Lady_Lavandula]

I just found a 4 inch pot with three plants inside for $13. It was labeled low variegation, but they are beautiful and just threw out a half moon leaf for me and I’ve only had it for a week and a half! The older leaves are super freckled and have lots of splashes so I’m hopeful that it will continue to stay somewhat pink.

I’ve been patiently waiting and feverishly looking for the price to go down. I don’t spend more than $40 on any of my plants- and I rarely pay over $20 because I personally don’t want to have to worry about the plant dying and wasting that money. Or losing any variegation.

I hope it continues to do well! If not, I’m not going to be super upset about losing $13. Now I just need to wait for the variegated Monstera deliciosa varieties to come down in price. 🤣 But I’m patient!

[jessicaishere]

Girl I’m sorry ~ I STILL LOOVE THIS PLANT!! Idk how anyone can’t.. I have 5 now and luckily I bought mine within last year for less then 60$ each.. but huge/HIGHLY VARIGATED.. if you use a T5 light = VARIEGATION FLOURISHES!! I will Never Ever pay over 100$ for a plant ever again. My most expensive are my strawberry shake & then red anderson. My red anderson died completely from shipping🤦🏼‍♀️😢😭 shipped form Thailand to USA.. So I’m content with my collection till spring

[cynthiaalvarez]

I think what’s not cool about them no more is the fact that they are more accessible. It’s capitalism and Elitist at its best. I see the same issues on the strawberry shake? I think we should just grow shit and enjoy it and stop always wanting to one up one another

[samcresp]

I have a small one. Paid $35aud, and frankly, I don’t regret it. Sure, I expect it to be a pop Princess, but I’m always excited to see the next leaf and see what I get. I wouldn’t spend more for a less variegated plant, absolutely, but I think they’re fun and I like the dark foliage too. I don’t have any of the issues with the fungus or leaves getting stuck.

[hazeieris]

I bought a PPP for £20 - £30 here in the UK. It now has 10 leaves that all have pink on them ranging between 30-90% and it looks wonderful. Definitely got lucky with my one...

[alexisb]

I don't think it has gone out of fashion or is no longer popular. it is still in some places with its high prices and is very difficult to acquire. it is not a common plant.

[DemonSliime]

I hit $13 at Home Depot for an extremeLy well variegated ppp which ended up being twi mature plants and small pup. They all are doing amazing.

[lisafiorilli]

I must have gotten lucky bc I recently got my ppp and she’s a really stunning .. high variegation and putting out new leaves .. but they have gotten stuck in the cataphyll and needed extra humidity and some gentle encouragement .. I’m happy to have this beautiful plant 🪴💗

[TalkPlantyToMe]

I have 100s of pink princesses. 100s. And the genetics are EVERYTHING. let me send you one of mine. It will change your opinion!

[falsificationism]

This was a spectacular rundown! I'm not a trend follower...I buy what's cheap and easy to care for...but it's fascinating social science to follow.

[thaivo]

Just got one for cheap (19.99) today! I’m happy!

[rabbitsandphilodendron]

ppp is one of my favorite plants ever! i get why ppl dont like it but im so happy people dont seem to like it anymore and they got dirt cheap because now theres more for me (hehehe)

[jenn_willey]

My opinion: I absolutely love mine, it's huge, easy, beautiful and it it didn't cost too much.

[kimberlyskinner]

The Pink Princess and Strawberry Shake are still on my list. Congratulations Jenna!🎉🎉🎉.
Yes, I have heard all of the negativity but, still need to try once. Thank you for the generous giveaway opportunity.💖.

[brendamoon]

I order plants from Orange Lake Nursery. I really appreciate that they labeled their pink princesses as specifically low variegation, for a lower price than the well variegated, when that was the case

[theonyxblack]

I'm one of the few who never liked the Pink Princess. Especially after hearing how difficult it is to keep a nice level of variegation. I appreciate its beauty, but I would never bother worrying about it.
On another note: yay, you found another "F"! And I love when you do the finger gun, lol! It always puts a smile on my face

[Lela-plants]

I’m a late bloomer in plants. I’m mid 50s and just getting into them. I bought my PPP at my local grocery store and she’s lovely. I do not need or want finicky girls. Lol. She puts off a good mix of pink and green and really, at the end of the day, that’s all I wanted.