Monstera care

Monstera deliciosa needs bright light with no direct sun. Check the soil before you water.

This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.

Care at a glance

Botanical name: Monstera deliciosa
Other names: Swiss cheese plant, Split-leaf philodendron
Light: Bright light, no direct sun. Put it near an east or north window. It can also stand 1 to 2 m from a south window.
Soil check: Every 6 to 10 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
Humidity: Medium humidity
Feeding: Feed once a month in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.

How does the soil feel 2 to 3 cm below the top?

Push a finger 2 to 3 cm into the soil. Feel if it is dry, damp or wet.

Dry: no soil sticks to your finger. Water the plant.
Damp: a little soil sticks to your finger. It feels cool. Do not water yet.
Wet: soil sticks to your finger and feels soggy, or you see water. Do not water. Check the drainage.

Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.

Use a loose, airy mix. Mix potting soil with orchid bark and perlite.

Leaves with no splits mean too little light. Move the plant closer to a bright window.
Yellow lower leaves often mean too much water. Let the top 3 cm of soil dry first.
Aerial roots are normal. Tie them to a moss pole or tuck them into the pot.

Toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it away from pets and children.