Houseplants – Monstera ‘Little Swiss’

Botanical name: monstera obliqua

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 3-10 ft in height and in width

Hardy zone: zones 9-13

Foliage color: green

Growth rate: grows 1-2 ft per year

Pruning instructions: remove wilted foliage as needed

Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge

Landscape use: patios, container plant, shade garden

Light needs: less than 3 hours of sun per day

Special features: natural holes in foliage

Watering instructions: allow soil to partially dry between watering sessions

Fertilizing instructions : use 3-1-2 in the mid-late spring

Best time to plant: year-round

Best type of soil: organic potting soil

Companion plants: golden pothos, caladiums, philodendrons

Toxicity level: potentially mildly toxic if ingested

Invasive species: no