Monstera Deliciosa Plant
Product Details
Soil Type | Adaptable, Well Drained |
Sunlight | Partial |
Drought Tolerance | Semi |
Mature Height | 2-3 Feet |
Mature Width | 4-5 Feet |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Shipping Restriction | AZ |
Monstera Philodendron is a beautiful houseplant that stands out because of its distinctive, large split leaves. This amazing plant has many different names. These names include split-leaf philodendron, swiss cheese plant, delicious monster, fruit salad plant, monster fruit, monstereo, and Monstera deliciosa.
The monstera is actually not a philodendron at all, but it does look a lot like one with its young, heart-shaped leaves! This plant grows quite large outdoors, but can only grow outdoors in USDA growing zones 10 and 11. It stays much smaller in containers, but it can reach about 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide indoors.
Fortunately, this popular plant is as low maintenance as it is stunning! It requires only minimal care. Water the swiss cheese plant when the soil is dry and feed it every so often for a healthy, happy plant.
Key Features
- Vibrant green color. The vivid green hue of this plant breathes life into your living space.
- Super cool foliage. Few plants can rival the neat look of this plant. The split leaves are the best feature of this phenomenal plant.
- Houseplants purify the air. This plant does a great job cleaning the air with its large leaves. Don’t worry, the holes in the leaves don’t alter the monstera philodendrons air filtering ability!
- Low maintenance. This plant requires so little of you! A little water, a little food, some light and this monstera plant is happy happy happy!
We have limited quantities of this immensely popular plant. Order yours today before they are gone. Our monstera plants for sale are large, high quality, and ready to brighten your home!
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The Monstera philodendron is a low-maintenance houseplant that is easy to grow and thrives in bright, indirect light. If your light is brightest on one side rotate your plant every couple of weeks for even growth.
Planting
Plant the Monstera using organic planting mix in a pot that drains well.
Watering
Water this houseplant when the soil is dry down about 2 inches. This plant is quite drought tolerant. You can determine soil moisture with your finger. Stick it down into the soil. The frequency of watering will vary depending on many factors but check your plant about once per week. If it is dry go ahead and water. If it is wet, hold off and check again in a few days. A thorough watering when your plant is beginning to dry is best versus watering a little bit more often. Never let this plant sit in water. Empty the saucer after watering if water remains after 30 minutes or so.
Fertilizing
Feed Monstera deliciosa 2 to 3 times per year with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.
Maintenance
Wipe dusty or dirty leaves gently with a moist cloth. Remove any dead or dying leaves to keep your plant looking good. Cut them all the way back to the soil with scissors, a knife, or pruning shears. While this plant rarely has issues with pests, plants kept outside can occasionally encounter insect problems. Neem oil is very safe and works great for treating insects on this plant.