To encourage your Monstera to grow vertically, provide a strong trellis or support for it to climb. Place the plant near a window where it will receive bright, indirect sunlight. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between watering.
Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
- Place your Monstera in an area where it will receive indirect sunlight
- Water your Monstera regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings
- Fertilize your Monstera every other month with a balanced fertilizer
- Prune your Monstera as needed to remove any yellow or brown leaves, as well as any leggy growth
- Repot your Monstera every 2-3 years, using a pot that is only 1-2 inches larger than the current pot
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How to Make Monstera Grow Upwards
One of the most common questions we get asked here at The Sill is how to make a Monstera grow upwards. The answer is simple: you can’t. Monsteras are vines, and as such, they will always grow downwards (unless, of course, you train them otherwise).
However, that doesn’t mean that your Monstera has to be a sad, droopy plant. There are a few things you can do to help it along and encourage its growth. Here are our top tips:
1. Give it something to climb
Monsteras love to climb, so giving them something to grab onto will help them grow upwards (and look a lot happier in the process). You can use a trellis, bamboo pole, or even just some fishing line tied to the ceiling – whatever you have on hand will work just fine.
Just make sure that whatever you use is firmly anchored in place so your plant doesn’t come crashing down.
2. Prune regularly
Pruning your Monstera is important for two reasons: first, it helps encourage new growth; and second, it keeps the plant from getting too big and unmanageable.
To prune your Monstera correctly, simply cut off any yellow or brown leaves as well as any stems that are longer than you want them to be. It sounds harsh but trust us – your plant will thank you for it!
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Why is My Monstera Not Growing Upwards?
One of the most common questions we get here at The Monstera Plant Resource is “Why is my Monstera not growing upwards?” There are a few different reasons why your Monstera might not be growing upwards, and we’ll go over each one below.
The first reason why your Monstera might not be growing upwards is that it’s not getting enough light.
Monsteras need bright, indirect light in order to grow properly. If your plant is in a low-light area, it’s likely that it’s not getting enough light and this could be stunting its growth. Move your plant to a brighter location and see if this helps it start growing upwards again.
Another reason why your Monstera might not be growing upwards is that it’s rootbound. When plants are rootbound, their roots have nowhere to go and they start to crowd the pot. This can cause the plant to stop growing upwards and start growing sideways or even downwards.
To fix this problem, you’ll need to repot your plant into a larger pot with fresh soil. Be sure to loosen up the roots before replanting so they can spread out properly. Finally, another reason why your Monstera might not be growing upwards could simply be because it’s too young.
Young plants take time to mature and grow tall; give yours some time and patience and it should eventually start reaching for the sky!
How Do You Speed Up Monstera Growth?
One of the most frequently asked questions about Monstera care is “how can I make my plant grow faster?” The good news is that there are a few things you can do to help speed up growth. Here are our top tips:
1. Provide bright, indirect light. Monstera thrive in bright, indirect light and will grow fastest when exposed to this type of light for long periods of time each day. If your plant is not getting enough light, it will start to stretch out and become leggy in search of more light.
2. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Monstera like their soil to be consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top couple inches of soil to dry out before watering again.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so it’s important to err on the side of too little rather than too much water.
3. Feed regularly with a balanced fertilizer. A monthly feeding during the growing season (spring through fall) with a balanced fertilizer will help promote fast growth.
Be sure to follow the directions on the fertilizer package so you don’t over or under fertilize your plant.
Why is My Monstera Growing Outwards?
If you notice your Monstera growing outwards, it’s likely because the plant is reaching for more light. While Monsteras can tolerate low-light conditions, they prefer bright, indirect sunlight. If your plant is growing towards a window or another source of light, it’s probably because it’s not getting enough light where it’s currently positioned.
To encourage your Monstera to grow upwards rather than outwards, try repositioning it to a spot that gets more light. You can also try pruning the stems that are reaching for light, which will prompt the plant to put more energy into vertical growth.
How Do You Train Monstera to Climb the Moss Pole?
In order to train your Monstera to climb the moss pole, you will need to provide it with support. You can do this by tying the plant to the pole with soft twine or strips of cloth. Be sure to leave enough slack in the ties so that the plant can continue to grow.
As the plant grows, you will need to periodically adjust the ties so that they remain snug but not too tight.
Once your Monstera is securely tied to the moss pole, you will need to encourage it to start climbing. You can do this by gently coaxing the stems and leaves up and around the pole.
You may also want to use a small piece of tape or string to secure some of the larger leaves in place. Be careful not to damage the leaves as you do this.
As your Monstera continues to grow, it will eventually start producing aerial roots which it will use to attach itself more firmly to the mosspole (or any other support).
At this point, you can remove any ties or tape that you had in place and allow the plantto climb freely.
Monitor your Monstera closely for signs of stress such as yellowing leaves or stunted growth. If you notice any of these issues, try adjusting its position onthe mosspole or providing it with additional support.
With a little care and patience, your Monstera should thrive and produce beautiful foliage for many years!
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Conclusion
If you’re looking to get your Monstera to grow up, there are a few things you can do. First, make sure it’s getting enough light – Monsteras need bright, indirect sunlight to thrive. Second, water it regularly – the soil should be moist but not soggy.
Third, fertilize it monthly with a balanced fertilizer. fourth, provide adequate humidity – Monsteras like humid conditions (around 60-70% relative humidity). Finally, give it some space – don’t overcrowd your plant as this will stunt its growth.
By following these tips, you should see your Monstera growing up in no time!