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ehmé telegotre

I have a Q: my big monstera has definitely been monster-ing out, and I’ve unfortunately lagged on training + lacked knowledge at the beginning so it’s now a very wide (almost 5’ spread) lil beastie ✨ I love that it’s so large and Lucious but want it to be growing up more than out - is it too late to train it in that direction? Any tips for how to achieve? I added a moss poll but it just toppled over 😅🤪

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  1. Mullein

    I’d say it’s never too late depending on what you’re willing to do to get it there lol. Would you share a picture? That’ll give me a better idea about what methods your monstera would need

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    • ehmé telegotre

      Oh yes! I meant to add one earlier & forgot - one sec will get back to house & add one lol thank you that’s encouraging 💚

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    • ehmé telegotre

      Ok way late in adding but finally put up a picture - yesterday I wrapped some leaves off the same point together so pic is post that

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    • Mullein

      Looks like a good candidate for a trellis! Something like this

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    • ehmé telegotre

      Ooo great idea! Thank you, Mullein! Ps: I love mullein 🥰 they’re just starting to bloom near us ✨

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    • Mullein

      You’re welcome 😁 Aw yay!! They don’t get much attention as a wild flower, but they always remind me of home during summertime 🥰

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  2. Dee

    You can try adding a wide trellis if it’s already growing wide!

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  3. Dog

    Never too late! Moss poles work!

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    • ehmé telegotre

      Any pointers? This one definitely did not 😅

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  4. Newbie 101

    I just purchased- NiHome Comprehensive Plant Support Stake Set of 6 - Durable, UV Resistant 39.5" Stakes with Extension Poles, Orchid Clips & Plant Ties for Climbing Indoor & Outdoor Plants, Monstera, Pothos & More. On amazon and it helped mine

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    • ehmé telegotre

      Nice, thanks I’ll look for it :)

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