No one likes wasting a good monstera cutting on a failed propagation attempt. When you’ve cut a thriving leaf from your houseplant, you want to make sure it’s worth it! Propagating a monstera cutting in water is the most common way to create more of your beloved houseplants. It’s fairly easy, but it can still…
Seen a yellow leaf appear on your monstera? You can usually fix it quickly and easily. Overwatering is usually the cause of yellow monstera leaves, although there might be another reason – like underwatering, low humidity, or a nutrient deficiency. Keep reading to learn exactly what might be causing yellow monstera leaves on your houseplant,…
You may see brown stems on your monstera deliciosa – like flaky bits on the stem, scales, shriveled brown things that protrude outwards before stopping, and brown, sunken-looking stems (I’ve included pictures below). Most of these things are completely normal and nothing to worry about. But there are some changes you can make to help…
Two years ago, I bought a dying monstera plant from the reduced section at IKEA. It was droopy and lifeless, with one out of the two remaining leaves turning brown and yellow. My fiancé had his doubts, but six months later, he was eating his hat about the new growth. Now, 24 months later, he’s…
Black leaves on a monstera are common, and the cause depends on where the discoloration appears. It’s usually due to overwatering, sunburn, sunlight deficiency, nutrient deficiency, extreme cold, or a pest infestation (I know that doesn’t narrow it down!). It can be nothing to worry about – it’s normal for new or old growth to…
When brown or blackened spots appear scattered over a monstera’s leaves, it’s sunburnt. If the leaves start to wilt and turn entirely black, it’s badly sunburnt! Too much direct sunlight can burn a monstera’s leaves, which is why they prefer a spot with indirect sunlight in the home. Burning a monstera’s leaves happens easily when…
About six months ago, I bought a dying monstera from the reduced section of Ikea. Needless to say, it wasn’t doing well. It was droopy and its leaves were either yellowing or browning. Within two weeks of adoption, the leaves turned fully brown and died. So I chopped them all off and left the plant…
Peace lilies are one of the most dramatic houseplants you can own. There, I said it! These plants, while beautiful in their prime, are very difficult to care for. The slightest change in sunlight, watering, or humidity levels can cause a peace lily to wilt and start dying. Besides their strict care instructions, you also…
Propagating plants via cuttings is exciting, rewarding, and (usually) very easy to do. But, despite it being a relatively simple task, there are quite a few things that can go wrong. Wilting cuttings are a prime example of propagation gone wrong. Several reasons exist for cutting’s wilting. Some issues are easily fixable, while others are…
So, you’re here because you’re wondering why do plants grow roots in water, right? It’s an excellent question, especially since most plants grow in soil, but (as most plant parents will know) can quickly die from overwatering. Which begs the question – why do plants grow roots in water, but die in wet soil? Well,…
Snake plants (in my humble opinion!) are one of the best houseplants you can get for your home. They’re super easy to care for, can live in almost any light conditions, and make a stunning feature in any room! My snake plant was one of the first plants I ever propagated. I always remember how…
