Repot your monstera at any time of year using all-purpose potting soil. Since these plants prefer to be pot-bound, it’s a good idea to repot only every two to three years. Once your monstera is in a container with a diameter of eight inches or larger, top-dress with fresh potting soil rather than repotting.

How do you know when to repot a Monstera?

A Monstera deliciosa should be repotted every two years, preferably during the spring when it enters the growing season. Signs that a Monstera needs to be replanted sooner include overgrown roots, a lack of new growth, and poor water retention.

Do Monstera deliciosa like to be root bound?

Not really. While Monsteras can be content while snug in their pots, they still need room to grow and soil to hold their water and nutrients. As a result, Monsteras are typically repotted every two years to prevent potential damages caused by being pot bound.

How do you know if your Monstera is happy?

A healthy, happy Monstera has deep green, waxy leaves (though younger plants or new leaves may be lighter green). As Monsteras age, their older leaves eventually turn yellow and die off, so some discoloration is normal.

What kind of pots do monsteras like?

Pots and Soil The Monstera does best with larger pots with plenty of room for them to grow. You will want a pot that allows for water drainage. Peat moss-based soil with sand is best but a quality potting soil with peat moss is a fine substitute.

Do monsteras like to be misted?

Monstera Deliciosa enjoys a humid environment, which is why we recommend frequent misting of its leaves. Alternatively, you can place your plant close to other plants, which increases the humidity of the air around them.

How do you encourage Monstera growth?

The best way to make your Monstera grow faster is by giving it more light. The houseplant grows well in bright light. However, it doesn’t need direct sunlight. You can also make the plant grow taller by watering it properly, boosting the humidity around it, keeping it clean, and fertilizing it.

How do you know if Monstera is rootbound?

Some of the common signs that your monstera is root bound are:

1. Soil dries up quickly.
2. Monstera shows signs of dehydration.
3. Droopy and curling of leaves.
4. Stunted growth.
5. Roots are spiraling around the bottom.
6. Roots were coming out of bottom drainage holes.
7. Pot starts expanding and breaking down.
8. Yellow or brown leaves.

Is it OK to repot plants at night?

The best time of day to repot is when you’re in a good mood and have some time to yourself. However, the next day is a new day, and the advantage lies only in how much the plant was able to recover (root function) during the overnight period.

What time of day is best to transplant plants?

Transplanting perennials Best time of day to transplant is early in the morning, late in the afternoon or on a cloudy day. This will allow the plants to settle in out of direct sunlight.

Is it bad to repot a plant twice?

Some plants can go 18 months and others even longer before they need a new pot. Repotting too often can stress out the plant, leading to browning at the leaf tips, wilting, and shed leaves. Proceed carefully! It’s not that repotting is all bad; it has its benefits, which we’ll also share in this article.

Do monsteras like light?

Your Monstera can grow just about anywhere in your home! It tolerates low light, but grows faster and becomes more dramatic in a spot with indirect bright light. That said, avoid strong, direct sunlight because it may burn the leaves. Water your Monstera when the top 50-75% of the soil is dry.

Do monsteras like a lot of light?

Monsteras appreciate a warm, humid environment, a good amount of water and gentle sunlight. Place your Monstera where it can receive medium to bright indirect light.

How do I get Monstera to Fenestrate?

Give Your Monstera More Sunlight Muir discusses in his research and has to do with light availability. It may not be that your Monstera isn’t getting enough sunlight to grow—just that it isn’t getting enough light to fenestrate. Slightly increasing your Monstera’s sunlight may be enough to help it along.