How To Stake A Monstera To A Moss Pole: A Step By Step Guide

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no wonder why Monsteras are so well-loved! Their gorgeous split leaves and tropical vibes are to die for! However, their foliage can explode over time as they keep growing. This is why giving them support stakes is so beneficial for them. This guide will teach you how to stake a monstera to a moss pole step by step, helping your plant go from a pile of overflowing foliage to a tall sexy lady!

Materials Needed to Stake a Monstera on a Moss Pole

• Your potted monstera
• A moss pole
• Soft plant ties, yarn, or cotton string are good options for tying your Monstera aerial roots.
• If repotting your monstera plant, grab a new container that’s 1-2 inches wider than the old one, with potting soil mix.

Step by Step Instructions on How To Stake A Monstera To A Moss Pole

Step One: Soak the Moss Pole

Start off by putting your moss pole into a shallow container with water until it’s thoroughly moistened or soak it using a hose. While your moss pole is soaking, you can check your monstera plant to see if it needs to be repotted before you add the moss pole. If your monstera plant is already in a pot that’s big enough for its roots you can install the moss pole right away without repotting. If not repot your monstera before you move one.

Step Two: Install the Moss Pole in Your Monstera’s Pot

Once your moss pole is well soaked stick the sturdy end deep into your soil. You want to keep your moss pole upright and nestle it gently behind your monstera plant. Then you can press the soil gently at the base to help stabilize the pole.

Step Three: Attach the Monstera Stems to the Moss Pole

Now it’s time for the fun part! Time to attach your monstera plant to its new friend! Look at your monstera and see if it has some stems that are longer and sturdier than the others. These thicker stems support several other larger leaves and might have a few knobs like aerial roots starting to grow. These are the stems you will attach to your moss pole. Gently tie them with a soft plant tie, yarn, or cotton string. If the stem is long, you can tie it in a few different places.

Step Four: Adjust the Shape of Your Monstera

Now repeat the tying step with all of the other larger stems. Once you’re done, step back to make sure the overall shape of your Monstera plant is how you like it. Give it some time to attach itself to the moss pole using those aerial roots, it will continue growing upward instead of out.

Signs Your Monstera Needs Staking

Monstera plants are well known for their growth habits and can easily get out of hand if not supported. Signs that your monstera needs staking;

• When it begins to produce aerial roots that reach out toward nearby objects to find something to grab onto.
• If you notice the stems of your monstera plant growing outward instead of up
• When it starts to lean or topple over under its weight
• If you want your monstera to keep or develop a certain shape or direction of growth, staking will help guide its vines in the right direction instead of letting them grow all over your house!

Best Time To Stake A Monstera Plant

The best time to stake your majestic monstera is;

• If you wait too long to stake your monstera, it might be too big and heavy for a single stake to support
• During its active growing season, which typically runs from spring through summer
• If you stake your monstera plant too early before it has had a chance to establish its root system, it might not be able to grow properly.
• When your Monstera is one or two years old, it will need to be staked.

Why Use a Moss Pole to Support Your Monstera?

A moss pole mimics the monstera’s native habitat very well. Monstera plants are natural wanderers. They use their aerial roots to cling to things and draw moisture from the rough bark of tall rainforest trees. A moss pole has a natural surface that gives a monstera’s roots something to grab onto and draw moisture from, much like a rainforest tree.

Tips for Training Your Monstera to Climb

Training your monstera to climb on a moss pole is important for your plant’s overall health. It will also encourage your tropical plant to keep growing taller and fuller. Some tips on helping your monstera climb its moss pole are;

• Keep your stake moist. When your plant notices moisture elsewhere, it will send its aerial roots to it.
• When you attach your monstera to your moss pole you will want to tie it so it won’t cause harm to the stem of the plant.
• Rotate your plant often. About a whole turn every week or so. This will help it climb its moss pole evenly and helps make sure each side of your plant gets a good amount of light.
• When you prune or trim your monstera, always use clean, sterilized pruning shears. Prune your plant a little bit at a time. This will help prevent your plant from going into shock and will keep you plant happier in the long run.
• Start training your monstera as soon as you can. The younger your monstera plant the faster it will start to grow upwards.
• Find a stake or moss pole that you like that is expandable. This will help you down the road. As your monstera grows bigger and taller, you don’t want to have to remove its pole to give it a larger one. This is not very fun as you might have to start from the beginning and train your monstera to climb up the pole again!

Monstera Care Tips With A Moss Pole

Caring for your tropical monstera on a moss pole is like caring for it without one!

• For everyday care, let the top inch or two of your soil dry out between waterings.
• Make sure your container drains well and has drainage holes
• If your monstera plant leans more towards one side than the other make sure you occasionally rotate it to keep things even all around.
• Keep your moss pole moist by misting it now and then to keep your monstera interested in its new support companion! If your monstera can’t find moisture in the moss, the roots will stop growing onto it.
• Place your monstera plant where it will get plenty of bright, indirect light.

FAQ’S About Staking Monstera On A Moss Pole

How do I get my monstera to attach to my moss pole?

To encourage a stem of your monstera to attach to the pole, bring it up against the moistened moss and secure it gently but firmly with a piece of soft plant tie, yarn, or cotton string. If the stem is long, tie it to the pole in a couple of places so it’s secure.

What is the best support for Monstera?

You can use moss and coco poles or U-shaped bamboo, but you can also use other kinds of pretty stakes or trellises.

How tall of a moss pole do I need for Monstera?

Monsteras are climbing plants that need vertical support as they grow. Choose a new moss pole or trellis that is taller than the current growth of your monstera. The pole or trellis should be 6 inches taller than the plant.

What kind of pole is best for Monstera?

Choose a sturdy moss pole, as monsteras can have thick heavy stems. They also put out some pretty massive aerial roots, so you’ll need a large diameter pole to contain them. You can also use moss poles on smaller monstera types.

What is an alternative to a moss pole for Monstera?

The Stackable Twig serves as a fantastic alternative to moss poles and moss sticks. Place one twig on top of another to support monsteras up to 4-5 ft tall. Twigs are not meant to support large plants taller than 5 ft or a stem wider than 3/4″.

Is it too late to add a moss pole to Monstera?

It’s never too late to add a moss pole! Just tie the stem to one and as it grows make sure it has proper support. If it looks like you have a lot of plants in that one pot, next time you repot it you could divide it and make two plants instead!

How do you get Monstera to grow up a pole?

To train your monstera to grow up a moss pole, attach it with a soft plant tie, yarn, or cotton string. Gently move the stem so it’s lined up vertically along the moss pole and tie it to the stem to secure it in a few places.

Now that you know how to stake a monstera to a moss pole your monstera will thank you by growing bigger and better foliage!