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- Q.Monstera And Staking - I've heard a lot of ppl saying that you have to use big thick coco coir or moss poles for ...
- Q.My Monstera Deliciosas And Light - I have a big northeast-facing window in my bedroom where I keep my monstera, the window is 30 inches in ...
- Q.Why Does My Indoor Monstera Plant Have Discoloration On One Leaf? - The lighter green discoloration appears in a semicircular shape on one leaf.
- Q.Monsteria Split Leaf - what is causing brown spots on leaves - its "within" the leaf, not edges etc. it gets water once a ...
- Q.Did I Make A Bad Purchase? - I recently bought this Monstera from one of the plant wholesales in NYC. I saw new leaves and thought it ...
- Q.Help Cutting Life For Monstera Deliciousa - I have a Swiss cheese plant aka adeliciousa monstera that was given to me however my friend I don't think ...
- Q.Hello. My 3-4 Yr Old Monstera Plant Has 2 New Spikes (seen In Uploaded Image) That Have Recently Appeared Between Mature Leaves O - n one stem. I\'m wondering if these could be flowers & the beginning of fruit? The plant grows in a ...
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Fluffy_Chocho on
January 8, 2022
Hamilton OntarioQ.Monstera And Staking
I've heard a lot of ppl saying that you have to use big thick coco coir or moss poles for monstera but I only have these small ponytail stick things that my mom got me and I was wondering if a big pole is necessary and how I can make a pole without coco coir or moss because I can't seem to find any and my mom doesn't want to order anything like that or if I can stick with the small ponytail things. I'm also wondering if I staked my monstera ok it's my first time staking a monstera so big and I only watched a few videos and did my best is there any advice on staking a monstera??
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
January 12, 2022
Certified ExpertA.This article tells how to make your own:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/moss-pole-plant-support.htm
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Fluffy_Chocho on
January 8, 2022A.and also I'm not sure everytime I post here the photos get blurry but I hope you can see it okay.
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- Asked by
Fluffy_Chocho on
January 24, 2022
Hamilton OntarioQ.My Monstera Deliciosas And Light
I have a big northeast-facing window in my bedroom where I keep my monstera, the window is 30 inches in height and 47 inches in length 30x47 inches and my monsteras are 8ft away from the window a little below it because the window is up high as my monstera's aren't as tall as it, is this okay? it has produced fenestrated leaves albeit smaller. I have 3 monstera's, one hasn't produced a new leaf in a few months and the leaf it did produce a while ago is still a light green colour, another produces a lot of leaves but they are really tiny although fenestrated, and my big one has produced relatively smaller growth but its steady and an okay size for it I think. I've also noticed the big one is kind of droopy but not sure if it's normal or not. Is it getting enough light??
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
January 24, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Everything seems normal, to me! They don't seem to be lacking, but the drooping could be from chilly air, or slight overwatering.
It seems that you have a grasp on what kind of care that this plant needs, but here are some articles to give you some more tips for these plants' care:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant
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Anonymous on
March 21, 2022Q.Why Does My Indoor Monstera Plant Have Discoloration On One Leaf?
The lighter green discoloration appears in a semicircular shape on one leaf.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
March 21, 2022
Certified ExpertA.It looks like insect damage from spider mites or aphids. Look for evidence of tiny webs for spider mite damage. Aphids usually hang out underneath the leaves.
Neem oil should get rid of them.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/spider-mite-treatment.htm
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kat emr on
October 9, 2022
shallottem nc zone 8Q.Monsteria Split Leaf
what is causing brown spots on leaves - its "within" the leaf, not edges etc. it gets water once a week, has sunlight from all sides, big pot, seems fairly happy but hubs is concerned about the brown spotage.....no bugs, not on edges, just a small patch of brown in the leaf. thanks love your help!
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 11, 2022
Certified ExpertA.It could be too much sunlight. They need indirect light so if yours is getting direct sun, it may be burning the foliage. Plus, make sure the pot is not too large. If it's much larger than the rootball, it is getting too much water, because the extra soil is holding unnecessary water. Cold air from an air conditioning vent could cause brown spots.
Are there yellow margins around the spots? If so, it could be a fungal spot. Start by removing the leaves with brown spots. If it's several, don't defoliate the plant. Remove the leaves in stages.These articles below will help pinpoint the exact problem.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/philodendron/split-leaf-elephant-ear-philodendron.htm
https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/houseplant-diseases-disorders/
https://extension.psu.edu/philodendron-diseases
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Kenny67 on
September 11, 2023
10022Q.Did I Make A Bad Purchase?
I recently bought this Monstera from one of the plant wholesales in NYC. I saw new leaves and thought it looked good but since I'm a beginner I did not check for any bugs. After coming home with the plant, I noticed there are lots of white tiny things on the soil. I was thinking they possibly were spider mites but wasn't sure. Could someone let me know what they are and what the best treatments would be in this case? Also, the stems are tangled with each other and I thought it may need a cut. What do you think? Thank you for your help and I look forward to hearing from you all. Best,
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 11, 2023
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, without photos I cannot identify the issue. What I can do in the meantime, will be to direct you to some articles that will address pest control, and care of your plant:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects
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Laraslilliesnmore on
September 16, 2023
32169Q.Help Cutting Life For Monstera Deliciousa
I have a Swiss cheese plant aka adeliciousa monstera that was given to me however my friend I don't think cut it at the right spot what can I do with the plant I'd it looks like this. I don't want to kill it can I just stick it in the water and it should grow roots please help!
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 16, 2023
Certified ExpertA.It should be cut just below a leaf node. You can root it in water or directly in to soil. Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/monstera-deliciosa-propagation.htm
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julie.scullywag on
October 4, 2023
Hervey Bay, QueenslandQ.Hello. My 3-4 Yr Old Monstera Plant Has 2 New Spikes (seen In Uploaded Image) That Have Recently Appeared Between Mature Leaves O
n one stem. I\'m wondering if these could be flowers & the beginning of fruit? The plant grows in a sub-tropical area in semi shade & is watered periodically.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 5, 2023
Certified ExpertA.It does appear to be the start of one! This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/monstera-deliciosa-flower.htm
These articles will help, as well:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant
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