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title: "I’ve recently bought a bunch of new alocasias and monsteras. I’m new…"
description: "I’ve recently bought a bunch of new alocasias and monsteras. I’m new to being a plant mom; any tips? Would a pebble tray be good?"
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community: "Plant Pro Tips"
author: "Claire"
published: "2024-05-04T12:16:28.483727Z"
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# I’ve recently bought a bunch of new alocasias and monsteras. I’m new…

_Posted by Claire on 2024-05-04_

I’ve recently bought a bunch of new alocasias and monsteras. I’m new to being a plant mom; any tips? Would a pebble tray be good?

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## 4 comments

### ila commented on 2024-05-04

yeah they all appreciate humidity for sure! also make sure their in a soil with plenty of of drainage!!! and lots of indirect light ie behind a sheer curtain over a sunny window. also err on the side of under watering for both and monsteras growing much better when they can climb something like a miss pole. good luck!!

#### Claire replied on 2024-05-04

Thank you so much for your help!!

### Bella56 commented on 2024-05-04

They like a chunky soil mix and don’t mist this plant, it can cause fungal infections.

#### Claire replied on 2024-05-04

Thank you!!

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