How To Pot Monstera Cuttings

The best time to propagate a monstera plant is in the spring and summer months when it's actively growing. You will know when your monstera plant is ready for propagation when the gnarly roots start growing outside the pot from the stems.

Can you plant Monstera cuttings straight into soil?

Propagating Monstera deliciosa in soil is an easy process. Simply take a cutting from a healthy Monstera that includes at least one node and plant it directly into well-draining potting soil. Rooting Monstera cuttings in soil instead of water saves the step of moving the rooted cutting into soil later.

Should you propagate a Monstera in water or soil?

Potting Rooted Monstera Use a good quality potting soil, one that has good drainage. Place some soil into the pot, how much will depend on how long the roots are and the depth of your pot.

How do you pot a Monstera cutting?

Follow these steps to ensure your Monstera deliciosa stem cutting roots successfully.

1. Find a node with an axillary bud (refer to the Monstera propagation map).
2. Cut 1 to 2 inches below the node, along the internode. ...
3. Moisten the rooting medium.
4. Make a hole in the medium and insert your cutting.
5. Keep cuttings moist.

How long does it take for Monstera cuttings to grow roots?

You should start to see roots developing after about 2-3 weeks! These cuttings have been in water for about 3 months now! Not only has it developed new roots, but there's tons of new leaves growing in too! Below is my very first attempt at propagating a monstera.

What kind of soil mix for Monstera?

Monsteras like a mix rich in peat (I use coco fiber which is similar but a more sustainable alternative to peat moss) and compost which is well-drained. They grow on the bottom of the tropical rainforest floor and this mix mimics the plant materials which fall on them from above and provide the nourishment they need.

Can you plant Monstera cutting with aerial roots?

If there's an aerial root growing out of the node on your Monstera cutting, that's absolutely fine. The cutting can sprout roots from this spot and thereby provide you with a whole new Monster deliciosa houseplant.

Should you break up Monstera roots when repotting?

You definitely don't want to break any stems or leaves, because those sections won't recover. Once the monstera is out of its pot, use a sharp, clean knife to cut the root ball into two or more plants. Look for natural sections and divisions in the plant so that each new plant has plenty of roots and stems as well.

How do you transplant Monstera cuttings from water to soil?

You can move your Monstera cutting from water to soil after a couple months when several roots have grown that are at least 6 inches long. Find a pot that's a couple inches wider than the cluster of roots. Fill the bottom of the pot with a little soil, and then gently place the rooted cutting in.

How long does Monstera take to root in water?

Considering all these factors, the average length of time a Monstera cutting takes to grow roots is about two weeks. You'll probably see small sprouts at first that look almost like fuzz on the cut end. Within a few weeks, this will grow into distinguishable roots.

How big of a pot do you need for Monstera?

SIZE OF THE POT When it comes time to repot your Monstera, as a general rule of thumb, I always advise going up 1 pot size, and no bigger. For example, if your plant is in a 6 inch diameter pot and you need to repot, only go up to an 8 inch diameter pot.

What size pot should I put my Monstera cutting in?

In the case of a Monstera deliciosa, which has thicker roots, I usually wait until the roots can fill a 3.5 inch (9 cm) pot. For an albo variegated Monstera deliciosa, I wait until the roots can fill a 4.5 inch (11 cm) pot.

How long should roots be before planting?

Rooting will generally occur in 3-4 weeks but some plants will take longer. When the roots are 1-2 inches long or longer the cutting is ready to be potted up.

Why is my Monstera cutting not growing roots?

This is totally normal, and you don't need to worry BUT you can reduce the chance of this happening by making sure that your cutting has ample light (but not enough to burn it), humidity, and warmth to root quickly and not risk any further leaves.

Can you use Miracle Gro potting mix monstera?

How To Plant Monstera. When planting monstera, use very well-drained soil. Miracle-Gro® Indoor Potting Mix's lightweight medium will do the trick, plus provide plenty of nutrients to start it off right.

Do monstera plants need deep pots?

Monstera like relatively small pots, as pots that are too big can lead to overwatering. Ideally, a pot will allow for 1 to 2 inches of soil between the root ball of the plant and the sides of the plant pot to give your Monstera room to grow without having too much space that can lead to problems.

Do Monsteras like coffee grounds?

Coffee grounds are good for Monstera based on anecdotal evidence. While they are no substitutes for regular fertilizers, they can help improve the soil structure. But one has to proceed with caution as they can also cause harm by promoting fungal growth and attracting fungus gnats.

Why is my Monstera growing so many aerial roots?

Monstera plants are epiphytes, meaning they grow on other plants, like trees, and climb up toward the light. These plants grow aerial roots to help them affix to surfaces so they can climb. Without these aerial roots, monsteras wouldn't get enough sunlight under the dense rainforest canopy.

Can I put aerial roots in soil?

Yes, you can put aerial roots in soil. By doing that the aerial roots will continue to grow in soil and will now have a purpose – to absorb water and nutrients.

What is the difference between a node and an aerial root?

And aerial roots actually do absorb moisture. And nutrients from any surface that is on and provided