Experienced grower's notes on Monstera Deliciosa

I've been growing plants seriously for over fifteen years and Monstera Deliciosa remains a reliable favourite. For anyone starting out: the most critical thing is watering generously in summer and reducing in winter. Everything else follows from that.

spider mite infestations in hot dry conditions is the challenge that trips up most beginners and some experienced growers too. I've been growing mine in a bright living room away from draughts for three seasons now and the results are consistently good. dramatic large leaves or flowers that create an instant impact is what makes it worth coming back to year after year. reduced watering rest period in winter is when I show it off — it earns its place fully then.