How to Grow Monstera
What is a Monstera Plant?
Monsteras are unique, easygoing houseplants whose dramatic
leaves are adorned with dramatic hole formations. Monsteras are vining
plants and love to trail over the pot or climb along a stake or trellis.
They love bright, indirect light, but will be happy under fluorescent
lights as well. Monsteras are climbers, so as they grow, they will want
to vine out. These impressive plants are also tolerant of the occasional
missed watering, making them ideal for inexperienced plant parents.
Monstera plants are known for their distinctive leaf patterns. The slits
and holes in Monstera leaves are called fenestrations.
How to care for your Monstera
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🌞 Light
Your Monstera can grow just about anywhere in your home! It tolerates low light, but grows faster and becomes more dramatic in a bright spot. That said, avoid strong, direct sunlight because it may burn the leaves. -
💧 Water
Water your Monstera when the top 50-75% of the soil is dry . Water until liquid flows through the drainage hole at the bottom of the pot and discard any water that has accumulated in the saucer. -
🚿 Humidity
This plant will thrive in almost any environment, but if you want to give it a special treat, gently mist it once a week. It’s best to mist your Monstera in the morning so the water has plenty of time to evaporate before evening. -
🌡 Temperature
Normal room temperatures between 60-80 degrees are great for your Monstera . It will not tolerate temperatures under 55 degrees or sudden drops in temperature. Avoid cold drafts and direct airflow from heaters in the winter months.