Monstera care from autumn: How the window leaf hibernates in the apartment

The Monstera needs special care in the cold months.

These tips can help.

Germany - With its large leaves, the so-called window leaf probably transforms many rooms and offices into green oases.

Due to the perforated or slotted shape, the plant is a real eye-catcher and ensures better air.

But especially in autumn and winter, the right care * is important for many plants.

RUHR24 * explains what to look out for with the Monstera.

Maintaining Monstera in the apartment: Follow important tips for autumn and winter

The Monstera, which is available in different variants, is actually an easy-care contemporary.

But so that you can still enjoy it in the coming spring, the right room temperature is important.

Not turning up the heat when it comes to heating is not only good for your wallet, given the high heating costs this winter *, but also for many plants.

For the Monstera, a temperature of 21 degrees with the highest possible humidity is optimal, which it also has in its home in South America.

According to information from the

portal

, slightly lower temperatures do not hurt either.

Nonetheless, it should still find its place inside the apartment when it is below 12 degrees Celsius for the next few months.

As soon as it is warmer, she looks forward to fresh air on the balcony or terrace.

Caution is advised in direct sunlight.

The window leaf likes it - as the name suggests - rather light. But too much direct sun can damage it.

Therefore, we recommend a place in partial shade instead of at the window.

In order for new leaves to form, however, it needs enough (indirect) light.

Maintaining window leaves in autumn and winter: the amount of water is crucial

Care becomes a little less complicated in the winter months when it comes to irrigation.

The rule “less is more” applies here.

It is better not to accumulate pent water.

The monstera gives an indication that it has already been watered more than enough by means of brown-colored leaves, which are then reminiscent of autumn leaves *.

Repotting should also be avoided.

According to

, owners of a window leaf should rather wait until spring to do so.

In general, it is advisable to repot the plant in a larger container once a year.

According to information from

, the soil is also crucial.

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The Monstera beautifies the workplace in the home office and can grow several meters high.

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For sufficient nutrients and the absorption of water, it is important that the soil is rich in humus.

The

portal

recommends a pH value for the soil that is acidic to neutral.

The Monstera even tolerates lime.

Rainwater and mineral water are more suitable for watering than tap water.

Maintaining Monstera in the apartment - proper pruning is important for growth

Occasional spraying of the leaves with distilled or stale water helps against too little humidity caused by heating air in winter.

In order for the Monstera to develop properly, it needs a lot of space and dust-free leaves.

Regular cleaning with a cloth is therefore a good idea.

It is important to pay attention to the aerial roots of the plant (more garden news and tips * at RUHR24).

This is also crucial when pruning. If the monstera becomes too bulky or too big for its place, the leaves can be

cut off,

according to

, as long as you don't damage the aerial roots, which the plant has next to the usual roots for nutrient uptake. Then the plant can sprout again afterwards. The best time to shorten the window leaf, however, is when repotting, i.e. more in spring than in autumn or winter, when the plant needs different care *.

With proper care, the Monstera can shoot up to three meters in height.

Therefore, it should have a tendril aid on which it can grow towards the ceiling.

Who can not get enough of the sight of the Monstera, has the opportunity to multiply them.

This works, for example, via offshoots of the plant.

To do this, simply hold cuttings with a size of 20 to 25 centimeters in a glass of water for some time until they have grown a little.

Here, too, a temperature of 20 to 25 degrees is optimal.

Caring for Monstera: Plants pose a threat to humans and animals

The variety "Monstera deliciosa"

even develops edible berries.

But be careful: Be careful with the sap of the plants.

This can harm humans as well as pets such as dogs and cats.

If you want to propagate the plant using cuttings, you should definitely wear gloves.

Otherwise, the juice can irritate the mucous membranes in humans and animals.

Symptoms that are typical of poisoning are possible.

According to

these include

"nausea, vomiting and diarrhea".

In animals, "an unsteady gait or unusual salivation" are alarming signals.

Then quick action is required.

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