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Note that it is toxic to pets.
At least six to seven hours of filtered light is recommended.
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Soil
A rich, well-draining soil mix is essential.
Mixing in some natural fertilizers like worm castings is also a good idea and will give an extra boost.
They do best with at least 60 percent humidity, generally higher than most household humidity levels.
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Fertilizer
To produce their variegated foliage albos require more diligent feeding than regularMonstera deliciosas.
These monsteras are also susceptible to over-fertilizing, so getting it just right is essential.
Stop feeding altogether during the fall and winter months when the plant is no longer actively growing.
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Pruning
Monstera albo does not require pruning beyond removing dying yellow leaves.
To trim, sanitize the tools and cut above the growing nodes.
Water well after pruning, and do not fertilize immediately afterward.
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Encourage your monstera albo to grow large, healthy leaves by providing it with amoss pole.
These vining plants climb trees naturally and do well when given a moss pole to climb indoors.
It is best to repot your monstera albo in the early to late spring or in the summer.
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Avoid repotting in the fall or winter months as the plant enters dormancy.
Choose a pot one size larger than the previous pot or 2 to 3 inches larger in diameter.
You want to remove as much of the old soil as possible.
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Return it to its original location and resume its regular watering schedule.
Regularly inspecting your plant is the best way to catch any potential infestations early.
you’ve got the option to also periodically apply insecticide to the plant as a preventative measure.
First, the plant may be in shock, especially if you just brought it home.
Sensitive to changes in their environment, it may take a while to acclimate to a new space.
Provide it with plenty of humidity and warm temperatures, which is likely what it’s accustomed to.
Yellow Leaves
Yellow leavesare an indication that something in your plants growing environment is not right.
Usually, it is a sign of overwatering, underwatering, lack of light, or improper fertilization.
You will need to assess your plants growing environment to find the most likely cause.
Give it at least six to seven hours of bright, indirect light.
Consider adding a grow light to your setup if you cannot provide your albo with adequate natural light.
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In addition, their variegation patterns are different.
It can take two to three years to reach maturity.
Misting is always suggested for monstera plants, including this one.
Don’t mist too much or too often; it can cause fungal and pest problems.
Indoor monstera plants that are well-cared for can live up to 40 years.
