- 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
