Monstera adansonii, aka Swiss cheese plant, can be tricky initially. Some people take time to understand the holes in their leaves. I found it all about properly balancing water, light, and moisture. If its leaves aren't producing those typical holes, there might be something wrong with your Monstera adansonii care. Don't be upset! I'll give you a few tips about how to care for Monstera adansonii.🌱🌳🌴🌿

• Soil

  First things first, getting the soil right is a must to help it thrive indoors. I recommend giving Monstera adansonii a peat-based potting mix that maintains proper soil moisture. Keep the soil for monstera with a pH between 5.5 and 7. That range would be perfect for encouraging beautiful, big leaf. Remember that waterlogged soil should be avoided!

  

  

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• Water

  It is among the most essential factors while caring for Monstera adansonii. I always water my Swiss cheese plant when the top layer of soil feels dry. Try to keep the soil moist but never soaked. 

  The trick is to use a terracotta pot with good drainage to avoid stagnant water that can cause root rot. I have been using this method for years, and the leaves of the holes in my plants have never wilted.

• Light

  Besides water, light also plays an important role. Although Monstera adansonii loves moisture, they also need a truly shine type of lighting. According to my observations, they thrive in bright but indirect light. You can work around this by limiting direct sunlight exposure. Simply put them outdoors for 2-3 hours!

  

• Fertilizer

  Let's talk about fertilizer for your Monstera adansonii. I personally wait until the plant grows well after potting because the roots need some time to adapt. Once the plant is comfortable in its new home, you can use a balanced fertilizer with NPK 5-2-3. Apply it monthly during the growing season, which is around May to September.

  

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• Humidity and Temperature

  Place your Monstera adansonii cozy spot with the proper humidity and temperature. Swiss cheese plants will grow well with high humidity levels above 50%. They also love warm temperatures! Thus, you can place them in temperatures between 60°F and 85°F. If your space is a little dry, you can add pebble trays or humidifiers to increase the surrounding moisture.

  

• Support and Staking

  As Monstera adansonii grows, they will try to 'escape' from the pot. Therefore, you must provide support and stakes to control them. You can use metal, plastic, and wooden stakes for the roots to grip. 

Conclusion

Monstera adansonii care is about finding the perfect balance of water, light, moisture, and support to allow this plant to thrive. I've had so much fun watching mine grow. Give them a little attention, and you'll get those gorgeous, hole-punched leaves!🌴🌿