How to care for Monstera – how much light they need, how much to water them, how often you should feed them, how to encourage them to grow big, fenestrated leaves, and how to get the to grow quicker
No. Ok, not definitively no because I’m sure someone will be able to disprove me. They probably managed at Kew. But you’re unlikely to be able to get your Monstera to fruit in the UK, for the similar reason that monstera needs tropical rainforesty-conditions to produce fruit, and the UK is very much in the …
The most important thing you can do to save an overwatered Monstera is to help it regrow the rotted roots. Overwatering can quickly lead to root rot. Root rot stops the plant from being able to absorb water (ironically enough) and nutrients, as well as eventually literally rotting the plant. Root rot is caused by …
Growing Monstera from seed is pretty easy, and they grow fast, especially in the first few months. The most difficult part of the process is actually securing the seeds. (Beginner’s guide to Monstera deliciosa here). Why grow Monstera from seed? Growing Monstera from seed is a fun project. I can’t think of any other reason …
Monstera aren’t naturally bushy plants – they’re vines that grow on one stem. But you can encourage bushier growth by pruning regularly and making sure your Monster has the perfect environment. Potting multiple cuttings in one pot is an option, but it’s not always a great idea (more on that later). So, how do you …
Cutting damaged leaves off Monstera isn’t necessary. However, it can reduce the likelihood of getting pests. Try to wait until the leaf is no longer green, but if you can’t wait it’s no big deal Should I cut the leaves off Monstera? You 100% do not need to cut the leaves off your Monstera, however …