Monstera Pot Size

November 24, 2023 Post a Comment

Monstera pot size

SIZE OF THE POT When it comes time to repot your Monstera, as a general rule of thumb, I always advise going up 1 pot size, and no bigger. For example, if your plant is in a 6 inch diameter pot and you need to repot, only go up to an 8 inch diameter pot.

Do Monsteras like big or small pots?

Monstera love to be cramped in their pots. They will grow huge regardless of their pot size. If you pot your monstera into a huge pot it not grow any faster or larger, most likely it will get root rot from all the excess wet soil, or it will direct more energy to root growth instead of growing any leaves.

Does a Monstera need a deep pot?

Monstera like relatively small pots, as pots that are too big can lead to overwatering. Ideally, a pot will allow for 1 to 2 inches of soil between the root ball of the plant and the sides of the plant pot to give your Monstera room to grow without having too much space that can lead to problems.

Do Monsteras like deep or shallow pots?

Monsteras need a container that isn't too large and must have drainage holes to drain excess water.

Do mini Monsteras like small pots?

Mini Monstera Pot Size They can grow slightly tight in their pots but will eventually do and grow better with larger pot sizes. For instance, you can go up one pot size if you'd like, from a 6″ pot to an 8″. Mine grew in a 4″ pot and was planted into a 6″.

Do Monsteras need a moss pole?

In the home, maturing plants will need the support of a moss covered pole that they can climb. If treated well, monstera can live for years, and grow to well over ten feet tall.

Can Monsteras get too big?

When your Monstera Deliciosa is growing too fast, you can slow its growth by restricting its access to space, light, and fertilizer. Occasional pruning also helps keep a Monstera at a manageable size.

What do you do if your Monstera is too big?

Trim the roots “In the case of monstera, the roots grow as fast as the plant aboveground.” To trim roots, gently pull the plant out of the pot, brush off the soil and use gardening shears to cut the roots back a few inches (by up to a third of their original size). Then repot the monstera in new soil.

Where is the best place to put my Monstera?

Place your Monstera where it can receive medium to bright indirect light. While it is tolerant of lower light conditions, you may notice leggy growth as a result, so a spot where it will receive bright indirect light a few feet removed from a southern, western, or eastern facing window is ideal.

Should Monstera roots be above soil?

Aerial roots are roots that develop above ground. They tend to provide support for vining plants (like Monsteras) and tropical trees, attaching to nearby supports. There is no reason to do anything with the aerial roots on a Monstera deliciosa. But, if you don't like the look, they can be pruned back.

Do Monstera plants need rocks?

Since it is a tropical plant, it does like its humidity but will be fine if the indoors is a bit drier than normal. If you really want it to thrive, try putting a bed of lava rocks in a tray below it and set some water on the rocks, so that the water will evaporate upwards and increase the humidity for its spot.

Do you water Monstera from top or bottom?

It also doesn't help that preferences can vary from plant to plant depending on your monstera's condition, soil, and environment! Overall, monsteras typically do well with bottom watering and the risks of trying it are relatively low.

Do Monsteras like crowded roots?

Monsteras do not mind being confined to their pots, but they won't reach their full potential unless they have room to grow. While they are resilient and don't mind their roots being snug in their pots, there still needs to be enough soil available to hold water and give the nutrients your Monstera needs.

Do Monsteras like normal potting soil?

Basic Monstera Plant Care Use a good quality potting soil with peat moss that drains easily. The plants thrive in dense, nutrient-rich soil, but don't do well in potting soils with bark or compost. If your container doesn't have drainage holes, make a few in the bottom. Roots that stand in water can rot.

What room is best for Monstera?

With its uniquely-shaped leaves and exotic origin, any Monstera is a living room essential. They like to be placed in bright, indirect sunlight, so avoid placing it near a south-facing window because it will very quickly become droopy and sad-looking.

Does a mini Monstera need a pole?

In its native environment, the mini monstera is a climbing plant, so it will thrive if provided with a support to climb indoors such as a moss pole or trellis.

Should I cut off tiny Monstera leaves?

So make sure to prune your monstera! Pruning can also encourage your plant to grow and help you control where it puts out new leaves (and in the case of some plants, branches). Pruning is extra important for your monstera because sometimes it needs a little extra help getting rid of dead or dying leaves.

Should I give my Monstera support?

Monstera deliciosa is a climber in its natural habitat, using its aerial roots to cling to large trees, so you should provide it with moss-covered support sticks or a trellis.

How often should you water a Monstera?

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. Pro tip: Monsteras can benefit from filtered water or water left out overnight before using.

Do you wet a moss pole?

It is helpful to spritz your moss pole often or to pour water down the pole when watering to ensure your plants adventitious roots receive water. Most aroids will appreciate the extra humidity!