LEGO’s new pothos plant may be its most realistic botanical yet

LEGO’s new 372-piece Hanging Golden Pothos set features movable two-tone leaves and vines that can be arranged in two display styles.(LEGO)If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.By Josie Howell | jhowell@al.comLEGO’s flower bouquets and buildable plants have become popular with shoppers who want an enjoyable project that doubles as permanent home decor. Now, the brand has expanded its Botanicals collection with a realistic version of one of the most recognizable houseplants.The new LEGO Botanicals Hanging Golden Pothos recreates the plant’s trailing vines and variegated, heart-shaped leaves using 372 pieces. The $59.99 set is available now through LEGO and comes planted in a minimalist white pot, so it is ready to display once the build is complete.LEGO Hanging Golden PothosLEGO’s new 372-piece Hanging Golden Pothos set features movable two-tone leaves and vines that can be arranged in two display styles.$59.99 at LEGORELATED: LEGO drops light-up pumpkin set ahead of HalloweenThe finished set can be assembled in two different configurations depending on where you want to place it. Builders can create two extra-long vines that extend beyond the bottom of the pot for display near the edge of a shelf. The pieces can also be rearranged into four shorter vines that spread more evenly around the pot, making the plant better suited for a coffee table or countertop.Its leaves feature two shades of green to recreate the variegated coloring found on a real golden pothos. Every leaf and stem can also be moved, allowing builders to adjust the vines and create a fuller or more asymmetrical arrangement.When assembled with four matching vines, the set measures more than 7 inches tall, 16 inches wide and 16 inches deep. LEGO recommends it for adults ages 18 and older. Digital instructions are also available through the LEGO Builder app, which lets users rotate the model in 3D and track their progress.Why are LEGO plant sets so popular?LEGO Botanicals combine the experience of completing a building set with decor that can remain on display long after the project is finished. Previous releases have recreated orchids, succulents, bonsai trees, wildflowers, roses and other popular plants, offering options for nearly every decorating style.The new pothos may be especially appealing to people who like the relaxed look of trailing greenery but do not have enough natural light for a real plant. Its neutral white pot and realistic green leaves can easily blend into a living room, bedroom, kitchen or home office without looking like a traditional toy.The LEGO Botanicals Hanging Golden Pothos is available now for $59.99 and qualifies for free shipping directly from LEGO. The company currently limits purchases to five sets per household.Amazon’s Berkey-style water filter tank is on sale for $118 this weekBlackstone now has a portable air fryer for camping and tailgatingDrew Barrymore’s Walmart appliances now come in ChocolateUGG reinvents its popular men’s Tasman slipper in leatherAlabama fans can shop 16 officially licensed Yeti productsJosie Howell is a commerce and news writer for AL.com where she primarily focuses on shopping and streaming content. She began her career in 2019 as an editor for The Chanticleer, Jacksonville State...