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I love monsteras and writing, so I created this site to combine my two passions. I hope you find the information helpful. Happy growing!
Monstera aerial roots form above the surface and higher up on the plant. Learn more about monstera aerial roots and keep your plant happy!

Monstera Aerial Roots: Everything You Need to Know

By |2024-07-23T08:01:06+00:00June 29th, 2021|Plant Care|

Some plants—especially climbing plants like monsteras—don't just grow roots under the surface of the soil. These plants also grow aerial roots, or roots that form above the surface and higher up on the plant. Here's everything you ever wanted to know about monstera aerial roots so you can keep your [...]

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Monstera Care: Why Are My Monstera Leaves Curling?

By |2022-12-18T10:29:05+00:00June 2nd, 2021|Troubleshooting, Plant Care|

One of the most important parts of monstera care is learning to recognize signs that your monstera is unhappy. The first place you'll notice most of these signs is in the leaves. So what should you do if you notice your monstera leaves curling? The most likely culprit is thirst [...]

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One of the most common issues monstera owners run into is their monstera leaves turning yellow. Luckily, this is a pretty easy issue to fix, especially if you catch it early.

Monstera Leaves Turning Yellow? Here’s Why.

By |2024-02-12T13:32:43+00:00May 26th, 2021|Troubleshooting, Plant Care|

One of the most common issues monstera owners run into is their monstera leaves turning yellow. Luckily, this is a pretty easy issue to fix, especially if you catch it early while only one or two leaves are affected! The main cause of yellowing monstera leaves is overwatering, though it [...]

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Many of the signs of overwatering are similar to the signs of underwatering. So how are you supposed to tell the difference?

Is Your Monstera Overwatered or Underwatered?

By |2024-02-12T13:35:19+00:00May 20th, 2021|Troubleshooting|

One of the most frustrating parts of caring for a monstera plant is getting the watering just right, because sometimes it's hard to answer the question, is your monstera overwatered or underwatered? Many of the signs of overwatering are similar to the signs of underwatering. So how are you supposed [...]

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Monstera Plant Care Checklist

How to Care for a Monstera Plant | The 4-Step Checklist

By |2024-07-23T06:51:02+00:00May 19th, 2021|Plant Care|

So you got your first monstera plant. Now what? What are the basics of monstera care so you can keep this gorgeous plant green and healthy? No worries! We've got this handy checklist to help you cover the basics! Here's everything you need to start taking the best possible care [...]

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How and When to Plant a Monstera Cutting

How and When to Plant a Monstera Cutting

By |2024-07-23T09:49:22+00:00April 21st, 2021|Uncategorized, Propagation|

Propagating monstera plants from cuttings is quite easy and a lot of fun, but taking the cutting is just the beginning. How do you get the cutting to take root? And, of course, there's the question of when to plant a monstera cutting.  No worries! We'll cover getting your cutting [...]

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4 Secrets to Growing a Healthy Monstera

4 Secrets to Growing a Healthy Monstera

By |2024-02-12T13:38:38+00:00March 18th, 2021|Plant Care|

Monstera plants are some of the most beautiful, striking houseplants out there. You see them all over social media as the eye-catching centerpieces to beautifully designed rooms, and now you're ready for one of your own! Growing a healthy monstera is not as hard as you might think! Luckily, monsteras [...]

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Monstera plants need a great soil mix to grow and be health. Read more about the best soil for monstera plants and what it is comprised of.

Monstera Soil Mix Everything You Need To Know

By |2024-02-12T13:39:37+00:00March 8th, 2021|Plant Care|

Never underestimate the importance of choosing the best soil for monstera plants! Monstera plants are some of the most popular houseplants around, and they require special soil mixes that are tailored to their needs in order to thrive and give you the best, showiest foliage. After all, a houseplant's pot [...]

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Monstera Borsigiana

How to Buy and Care for Monstera Borsigiana

By |2024-02-12T13:44:21+00:00March 5th, 2021|Monstera Varieties|

Monsteras come in many different varieties, and one of the most beautiful is monstera borsigiana. This large monstera variety looks very similar to the ever-popular monstera deliciosa, and is actually a variation of that variety, but with a few distinct differences. Here's everything you need to know about how to [...]

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How to Reverse Overfertilization in Monsteras

How to Reverse Overfertilization in Monsteras

By |2024-07-23T10:39:58+00:00February 19th, 2021|Plant Care|

Monsteras need the right nutrients to grow strong stems, healthy root structures, and those beautiful leaves we all love. But it's possible to overfertilize your montera, which can lead to health problems! Let's talk about overfertilization in monsteras, how to treat it, and how to prevent it. How to Diagnose [...]

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The Only Hurricane Plant Care Guide You’ll Ever Need

The Only Hurricane Plant Care Guide You’ll Ever Need

By |2024-07-23T07:51:51+00:00February 1st, 2021|Monstera Varieties, Plant Care|

The hurricane plant, or monstera deliciosa, goes by many names—the swiss cheese plant, Mexican breadfruit plant, split-leaf philodendron (though it's actually not a philodendron at all)—but by any name, this plant is iconic and a favorite among houseplant fans. Here's our complete hurricane plant care guide so you can add [...]

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Top Tips for Moving With Your Monstera Plant

Top Tips for Moving With Your Monstera Plant

By |2024-07-23T10:49:20+00:00January 28th, 2021|Plant Care|

You're a dedicated monstera owner, but now your lease is up, you've bought your first house, or you're finally moving to your dream city. And you need tips for moving with your monstera NOW. How do you prepare your plant for such a big change? How do you safely pack [...]

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