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title: "Advice on this big boi? I usually wait for the moisture meter to read…"
description: "Advice on this big boi? I usually wait for the moisture meter to read Dry before giving it water. Have never repotted since getting it second hand 1.5 years…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/UeI834LBSHCioL8MwLcQxA/NUmXAbu6evieGeeBC1rvte"
community: "Monstera Maniacs"
author: "Aaron"
published: "2025-02-02T20:16:59.749807Z"
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# Advice on this big boi? I usually wait for the moisture meter to read…

_Posted by Aaron on 2025-02-02_

Advice on this big boi?

I usually wait for the moisture meter to read Dry before giving it water. Have never repotted since getting it second hand 1.5 years ago (was roughly 2/3rds the size it is now. Currently dormant and hasn’t produced any new leaves in a few months. I feel like some of the older leaves are turning more of a faded green.

Probably should trim it however I have no idea where to start.

Thanks!

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## 1 comment

### Plantsmybeloved commented on 2025-02-03

If you want to trim it, cut in between nodes ( the spots leaves grow from). You can propagate those cuttings into new plants as well. Dusting your plants can help them seem brighter as well. If you havent fertilized id recommend that. Also, if you notice roots coming out the bottom of the pot, that's a good indicator that it might be time for a repot. Good luck!

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