How to repot a Monstera
Monstera deliciosa
Quick answer
Repot a Monstera (Swiss cheese plant) in spring when the roots fill the pot. Use a slightly larger pot with a drainage hole, fresh peat-free loam-based mix, and wear gloves because the sap can irritate skin and eyes.
- Pet safetyToxic to cats and dogs
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- When to repotMar–May
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When to repot a Monstera
Spring is the best time, when the plant is growing again. Repot when the roots fill the pot or the mix has broken down and no longer drains well.
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How to repot a Monstera
Choose a slightly larger pot with a drainage hole and fill it with a peat-free, loam-based houseplant mix, ideally with some fine bark.
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Water thoroughly afterwards and let the excess drain away.
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Gloves and support
Wear gloves when you repot, keep the sap away from eyes and skin, and wash your hands afterwards. Keep plant trimmings away from cats and dogs.
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Monstera is a climber. A support put in at repotting keeps it steady.
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After repotting
Return the plant to its bright, indirect spot at normal room warmth. Check the mix with a finger before the next watering, because a new pot changes how fast it dries.
Common questions
When should I repot a Monstera?
Spring is best, when the roots fill the pot or the mix no longer drains well.
What mix should I use to repot a Monstera?
A peat-free, loam-based houseplant mix, ideally with some fine bark, in a pot with a drainage hole.
Do I need gloves to repot a Monstera?
Yes. The sap can irritate skin and eyes, and the plant is toxic to cats and dogs.
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