Monstera Deliciosa in Tall Fiber Clay Pot

🌞 Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light.

• Tolerates medium light, but growth will be slower and leaves may stay smaller.

• Avoid strong direct sun through windows (can scorch leaves).

💧 Watering

• Water when the top 5–7 cm (2–3 in) of soil is dry.

• In spring/summer: usually once a week.

• In colder months- less often, every 10–14 days.

• Always empty saucers — Monstera hates soggy soil (root rot risk).

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Needs well-draining soil. Use indoor potting mix with added perlite, orchid bark, or coco coir for aeration.

• Repot every 2–3 years or when roots circle the pot.

🌿 Feeding

• Spring & summer: feed every 2–4 weeks with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer.
  

✂️ Pruning & Support

• Prune yellow or damaged leaves at the base.

• Use a moss pole, stake, or trellis — Monsteras are climbers and love to anchor their aerial roots.

• You can trim back long vines to control size.

🌺 Growth & Aerial Roots

• Aerial roots help the plant climb and take in moisture. You can tuck them into the soil or let them dangle — don’t cut them off.

• Leaves split (fenestrate) more as the plant matures and gets enough light.

❄️ Temperature & Humidity

• Thrives in 18–27 °C (65–80 °F).
  

• Loves humidity: mist leaves, use a pebble tray, or place near a humidifier in dry homes.

🐞 Pests

• Watch for spider mites, thrips, scale, or mealybugs indoors.

• Wipe leaves with a damp cloth regularly to keep them dust-free and deter pests.