Why is the Monstera leaning from side to side?

1. Not Deeply Rooted

Reason: If Monstera grows crookedly, it may be that the roots underneath are not firmly rooted in the soil, and the foundation underneath is not solid. The branches and leaves above continue to grow and become stronger, unable to support the weight, causing the plant to be top-heavy. That’s why the plant is crooked and unstable.

Solution: You can cut off a part of the roots, and then bury the roots deeper in the pot to ensure that the roots are more firmly rooted in the soil and can support the branches and leaves above.

2. No support

Reason: It grows very fast. If there is no support during the period of vigorous growth, the branches and leaves will have no support point, and the newly grown branches and leaves will fall down.

Solution: After the new leaves grow to a certain length, you can set up a support in the flowerpot so that the branches and leaves can grow along the support. You can also place the flower pot directly against the wall to provide support. Or you can use a rope to tie the leaves straight so that they can grow upright.

3. The branches and leaves are too long

Reason: The branches and leaves grow too long, which increases the weight and causes them to tilt.

Solution: You can do appropriate pruning, not only removing yellow and rotten leaves, but also cutting off branches that are too long.