How to keep Monstera in winter to ensure safe wintering (overwintering cultivation methods and precautions)

Monstera has very special leaves that look like the back shell of a turtle. It is a tropical plant that likes to grow in a warm environment.

Cultivation methods and precautions of Monstera in winter

Therefore, winter is a difficult season for it. If the temperature is below 5℃, it is very easy to get frostbite. So, how to take care of Monstera in winter?

Water less

After late autumn, the temperature begins to drop, and the frequency of watering the Monstera should be reduced appropriately. Occasionally, just use a spray bottle to spray some water mist to keep the leaves moist.

If you are growing soil, try to keep it slightly dry. Wait until the soil in the pot is completely dry and then choose a warm day to water it lightly.

Indoor farming

When the weather gets cold, you need to place the Monstera indoors and keep the temperature above 10°C. If the temperature is below 5°C, the plant is prone to frostbite.

In the cold winter, if it is particularly cold at night, you can put a bag over the Monstera potted plant to keep it warm , and take it off the next day, but be careful not to place it in a cold vent.

Although Monstera prefers a semi-shaded environment, you can still place it in a bright place in winter, which can have a certain warming effect.

Stop using fertilizer

During the growth period of Monstera, you can often use some diluted organic fertilizer for it. However, in winter, you should stop using fertilizer , otherwise it will easily burn the root system.

In addition, the leaves of Monstera may turn yellow in winter. If yellow leaves are found during daily maintenance, we just need to cut them off. New leaves will grow in spring.

Wait until spring when it gets warmer before starting to fertilize it. This will allow the Monstera to come out of its dormant period and grow vigorously again, and it will become a lush green plant again.