Repotting your Monstera with a moss pole provides support for it to climb as it grows. Whether you have a plant growing sideways and out of control, or want to encourage your Monstera to develop leaf splits and fenestrations, providing a support will help! Do Monsteras need a moss pole? While Monsteras can grow just […]
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Planting a Monstera Cutting in Soil
Planting your Monstera cutting in soil is the last step in propagation! When your Monstera cutting finally grows its own roots, it’s time to transition it to soil. Now, you have a brand new Monstera plant potted and ready to grow. Please note this article describes transitioning cuttings from non-soil propagation methods into soil after […]
Continue ReadingBest Fertilizer for Monstera | Plant Food
Choosing the best fertilizer for your Monstera will help your plant stay healthy and grow faster. Fertilizing is critical for houseplants because they are grown in a small amount of soil. In this article, we will break down the best types of fertilizer, and answer some common fertilizer questions. Best Fertilizers for Monstera Best synthetic […]
Continue ReadingMonstera Sweating | Are your plant leaves dripping water?
Have you ever noticed your Monstera sweating or dripping water after you water it? Don’t worry! Your plant isn’t crying or weeping, it’s experiencing guttation. Guttation vs Dew So what is guttation? The water droplets that form on the leaves are actually water from inside the plant. When the soil is very wet, the roots […]
Continue ReadingBest Monstera Light Conditions
By growing your Monstera in the best light conditions, it will reward you with faster growth, more leaf splits and fenestrations, and more resistance to overwatering and disease. Keeping your Monstera somewhere too dark, in contrast, will result in a plant that over time declines and dies. Light is the most important factor in the […]
Continue ReadingWhere to find variegated Monstera for sale in the USA
This guide has all the details about where to find variegated Monstera for sale in the USA, whether you’re just building up your plant wishlist or ready to take the plunge. There is variation surrounding restrictions on international shipments of plants, so please note that this article is focused on buyers in the United States […]
Continue ReadingBest Potting Soil Mix for Monstera
What ingredients do you need to make the best potting soil mix for your Monstera? This article will cover what makes a soil mix good for your Monstera Deliciosa or Monstera Adansonii, as well as how you can create the perfect blend yourself at home. What makes the best potting soil mix for your Monstera? […]
Continue ReadingBest Amazon Products for Monstera Care
This is a list of MonsteraGuide’s best Amazon products for your Monstera plants. We researched products, filtered through the reviews, and even tested them to save you time. We use these exact products on our own Monstera (Deliciosa, Adansonii, and Albo Variegata) plants, and they receive a lot of praise on Instagram! Before you jump […]
Continue ReadingBest Grow Light for Monstera | Our Picks
Your indoor Monstera Deliciosa will grow best with a grow light! Today we will cover our top recommended lights so you know exactly what to pick. Monsteras need light The number one factor in the health of your houseplant is light! Indoor plants, even low light indoor plants, need some light to survive. Monsteras require […]
Continue ReadingPropagating Monstera Deliciosa | Plant Care
Let’s get propagating! One of the best parts about growing Monstera Deliciosa is propagating them, using part of a parent plant to create a whole new baby plant! It can feel scary to cut your Monstera, but the reward is worth it. Today, we’ll cover taking a cutting from your own parent plant, and how […]
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