How to Grow a Monstera Plant

Place the monstera in a room that remains above 60 degrees Fahrenheit. If the plant's leaves turn brown and then die before falling, the room is too warm. You'll need to move it to a cooler location.

Find a spot in your home with an east- or west-facing window or outdoors in an area that has light shade or moderate brightness. Do not place the monstera in direct sunlight. If the leaves are small or the plant has leggy growth, move it to a brighter area.

Water the monstera, keeping the soil moist from April through October. Allow the soil to dry between watering. From November through March, cut back on the watering. The soil should be just moist. If the leaves begin weeping at the edges, turn yellow or if the stems rot, the soil is too wet. Cut back on watering.

Mist the monstera daily. You can also place a humidifier nearby to raise humidity levels. Wash the leaves once or twice a year to remove dust. If the plant is outdoors, gently spray the leaves to remove dust.

Transplant the monstera every two years in the spring. Choose a pot that is one size bigger than it is currently growing in.

Place a plant stake in the container, being careful to not damage the roots as you insert it between the root ball and the side of the pot. Monstera is a vining plant, and it needs the stake to climb up. Loosely tie the stems of this plant to the stake with soft twine. Train the monstera to twine around the stake as it grows.