How to divide Monstera and what are the time and method for dividing the pots

Time to divide Monstera

The best time to divide the Monstera deliciosa into pots is in spring and autumn every year, specifically between March and May and August and September. These two time periods are periods of rapid plant growth, and dividing the pots is conducive to the rapid survival of the plants.

The correct way to divide the pot of Monstera

Carefully remove the Monstera that needs to be divided from the pot, loosen the soil after removing it from the pot, trim the roots, leaving only a bud point, and then directly pot it up after pruning. Add the prepared humus soil to the pot. Don't fill it too full when adding soil. Water it thoroughly in time after planting, and maintain it normally after the seedling acclimatization period.

Repotting Monstera

1. Remove the Monstera from its original pot, rinse the roots of the plant after removing the soil, and divide it into several separate plants. At the same time, trim the rotten parts, dead roots and weak roots on the roots, cut off the bottom rhizome, and retain a bud point.

2. Spread a layer of humus on the bottom of the pot, then put the processed Monstera into the middle of the pot, fix it with soil, then water it thoroughly, and then place it in a cool and ventilated place for maintenance to complete the repotting.

Things to note when transplanting Monstera

1. Stop watering the Monstera a few days before transplanting it to a new pot to keep the soil dry. This will help the plant to be removed from the pot smoothly and will not easily damage the root system, thus ensuring normal subsequent growth.

2. The soil for potting must be breathable, well-drained and nutritious, so that it can meet the needs of growth and provide a suitable environment for subsequent growth.

3. Do not water the Monstera immediately after transplanting it into a pot. The roots have not yet adapted to the environment, and sudden watering will cause damage. It is best to wait for a few hours before watering it. Also, do not water it too much to avoid water accumulation in the pot.

4. The roots of Monstera are well-developed fleshy roots. They are picky about the soil and need to be loose and breathable. Usually, you can use a mixture of 1 part sandy soil, 1 part garden soil, and 1 part leaf mold. You can also put some broken bones or hoof pieces at the bottom of the flowerpot as base fertilizer.

5. If the Monstera deliciosa wilts after being repotted, it is recommended to place the flower in a cool and ventilated place to slow down the growth. It will take about a week for it to recover normally. Of course, there are also cases where the flower dies after being repotted.