What precautions should be taken when cultivating Monstera deliciosa in winter?

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1. Keep warm

2. Increase lighting

3. Reduce watering

4. Stop fertilizing

Monstera deliciosa does not have strong cold resistance and is easily damaged by freezing in winter. Therefore, you must pay attention to keeping warm before winter. Move it indoors and keep the room temperature above 5℃. If it is not enough, you need to put a bag on it to keep it warm. . Make sure there is enough light at ordinary times, which is also helpful for the plants to survive the winter. In addition, due to the slow growth of the plants, watering should also be reduced, and fertilization should be stopped to prevent excessive water and fertilizer from affecting the growth of the roots.

1. Keep warm

Monstera is a plant with poor cold tolerance and is easily frostbitten in winter, so you must keep warm in advance. If the indoor temperature exceeds 5°C, you can keep it indoors. If the room temperature is lower than 5°C, you need to put a bag on it, which can also have a thermal insulation effect.

2. Increase light

Monstera deliciosa is suitable for growing in a semi-shady environment, but the light in winter is relatively soft, which allows it to fully receive light. Not only will it not be sunburned, but it will also increase the temperature, helping the plant survive the winter. It should be noted that if the indoor temperature is higher than 15°C, the plants will grow normally and do not need to be exposed to light for a long time.

3. Reduce watering

Monstera prefers a humid climate, but in winter due to low temperatures, the plant often enters a dormant state. At this time, the demand for water is not high, so watering should not be too much. Just keep the pot soil slightly moist. If you water it too much, it will easily cause frostbite to the roots. In addition, watering must be done at noon, when the temperature is slightly higher.

4. Stop fertilizing

Monstera requires sufficient nutrients during its growth, but after it stops growing in winter, there is no need to fertilize it. If there is too much fertilizer, it will build up in the soil and burn the roots. Therefore, fertilizer must be stopped in time in winter. Unless the temperature is high and the plants continue to grow, appropriate fertilization can be considered.

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