What is the point of a moss pole?

Moss poles mimic the texture of moist, mossy bark and provide physical support for your plants to grow aerial roots and climb upward. Moss poles also offer a way to train widely growing plants into an upright narrow form to fit better in small spaces.

Is moss pole necessary?

While they aren't essential, moss poles are regularly used to support Monsteras and other climbing plants. Providing your Monstera with a moss pole helps to keep it growing upright, promotes larger leaf development, and can provide some nutrients and moisture to the plant through their aerial roots.

What does a moss pole do for monstera?

A moss totem is an upright pole covered in sphagnum moss that stakes directly into the pot with the plant. Its natural surface gives a monstera's roots something to grab onto and draw moisture from – much like a surrogate tree.

Are you supposed to soak your moss pole?

The first thing you should do with your moss pole before placing it into the pot is to soak it in water until it is fully wet. I find that this helps tremendously with the process of attaching a plant to a moss pole.

What can I use instead of a moss pole?

Moss Poles - what they are, why you need one, and how to use one.

Can moss poles grow mold?

Mold on moss poles is rare, but not something that should scare you and can happen anywhere where there is organic matter, including potting mix.

How do you train a plant up a moss pole?

Mist the moss on the pole regularly. This will encourage the aerial roots to attach to the mesh and encourage the vertical growth. Repot the plant every three years using a peat-based potting soil. The support for cheese plant may need to be increased in size at each re-potting.

Can I use a stick instead of a moss pole?

Moss poles are not always made up of moss; there are many alternatives available. A natural bamboo or a tree slab are the perfect alternatives to a moss pole. Coir poles, wooden sticks, PVC pipes, and modern metal trellis Pinterest are also good alternatives.

Should you tie Monstera to moss pole?

What is this? You will observe that your Monstera Deliciosa has thick stems with aerial roots appearing from the nodes. You need to fasten the thickest stem to the moss pole first. A mist or two every week will ensure that the aerial roots continue growing around the moss pole.

What pole is best for Monstera?

Should I tie up my Monstera?

Monsteras also grow aerial roots— love them, don't cut them! They are there to support your plant's heavy base, but staking the plant helps take some of the load off of those roots, enabling you to tuck them under your Monstera's soil and let them rest unseen. Now stake away— your Monstera will love you for it!

How tall should moss pole be?

Height. The height can range from 12 inches high onwards. Moss poles are stackable and can be joined snug to each other depending on the height of the plant they are being used for.

Is moss good for indoor plants?

Fortunately, you can help your struggling potted plants by using moss in their soil. Moss is good for potted plants because it absorbs and retains water and nutrients, which helps plants grow.

What houseplants need moss pole?

There are lots of different plants that can benefit from a moss pole. Common climbing houseplants include monstera deliciosas, monstera adansoniis, pothos, satin pothos, heartleaf philodendrons, brasil philodendrons, arrowhead plants, and more.

How do you keep Monstera upright?

The best way to keep a Monstera Deliciosa growing upright is to stake it using a support such as a moss pole, trellis, or garden stakes. These natural climbers can be tied and trained to grow up these poles and will be supported as they grow.

Why is my Monstera growing sideways?

This is why I always recommend popping a moss stick in with your monstera when it's maturing. This will give it stability, something to anchor to. Without this there is a chance your plant will start growing sideways along the floor with it's aerial roots trying to find something to climb up.

Why does my Monstera have aerial roots?

In the wild, the purpose of the aerial roots is to allow the Monstera to grow up taller trees so that its leaves can reach the sunlight in the upper canopy, which rarely reaches the ground. This is part of why Monsteras can grow so large.

Why are my Monstera stems bending?

Monstera Leaves Bending or Drooping

A sign of underwatering a thirsty Monstera is when the leaves and stems are drooping or bending downwards. It may also look wilty. This is an easy fix though, as the plant should bounce back to looking more lively after a good watering.

Do you wrap a plant around a moss pole?

Velcro straps or cable ties promote the same attachment as twine and are more secure for larger plants and stems. Some plants need minimal intervention in attaching to the moss pole, so utilize the plant itself by wrapping the vine gently around the pole, making sure the aerial roots have something to grip.

How do you make Monstera happy?

Monsteras appreciate a warm, humid environment, a good amount of water and gentle sunlight. Place your Monstera where it can receive medium to bright indirect light.

How do you know if your Monstera is happy?

Your Monstera's Leaves are Brown, Yellow, or Dead

Leaf discoloration on your Monstera can be cause for alarm. A healthy, happy Monstera has deep green, waxy leaves (though younger plants or new leaves may be lighter green).

Why are Monstera leaves pointing down?

Monstera leaves drooping is most commonly due to lack of water. They like their soil to always be slightly damp. Other causes include overwatering, low light, fertilizer problems, pests, or transplant stress.