Hi all! Im new ish to keeping Monstera, espically the TC. This is my first one, and I know they are prone to root rot, so I am wondering if my substrate mix is optimal. Ive mixed 3 equal parts: soil, perlite and sphagnum moss. Its been retaining moisture well but im concerned that this will lead to rot root? Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks all and happy holidays!
I would have done bark instead of the moss. You want it to drain quickly and I imagine the moss would hold on to the water keeping the soil moist longer.
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agreed. though chopped sphagnum does create some air pockets in the soil, it holds on to much more moisture than is necessary for drought-resistant plants like monstera. fir bark or coco chunks are a great amendment for airy soil
5개 좋아요 Thank you both for the insight. I will certainly repot with coco bark instead of the moss.
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