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Why is my swiss cheese plant drooping
5 Reasons Your Swiss Cheese Plant is Drooping and How to Fix It

5 Reasons Your Swiss Cheese Plant is Drooping and How to Fix It

In general, I find that my Monstera plants are very forgiving and it takes a lot of neglect before they start showing any signs of ill health. However, if you notice that your Swiss cheese plant is drooping or wilting, maybe looking a little sad, the most common reason behind this is that you are actually overwatering or underwatering the plant. If you know that this is not the case then other reasons include the wrong size pot for your…

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Learn how to keep your Monstera swiss cheese plant thriving with these expert tips! From watering and fertilizing to pruning and repotting.
Discover the Secret to Keeping Your Swiss Cheese Plant Healthy and Happy

Discover the Secret to Keeping Your Swiss Cheese Plant Healthy and Happy

Swiss cheese plants originally became popular in the 1970s and they are enjoying a revival now because, as a houseplant, swiss cheese plants are very easy to care for. These plants quickly grow and will easily become tall plants. They are also good air purifiers for your home. I actually have several Monstera, with my biggest plant currently being around 6ft tall. Swiss cheese plants are incredibly easy to look after, and it all starts with providing them with the…

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Learn how to propagate Monstera Swiss Cheese Plants using my favourite method, stem cutting and 2 other ways that can be just as fun.
Discover the Joys of Swiss Cheese Plant Propagation with These Three Easy Methods

Discover the Joys of Swiss Cheese Plant Propagation with These Three Easy Methods

You can choose from three ways of how to propagate a Swiss cheese plant – by stem cuttings, my personal favourite and probably the easiest, air layering or by seed which I don’t really recommend. The easiest method is by using bits of the stems that you cut off as they’re really easy to get to root. All three methods are straightforward but takes time for the new plants to grow.  I cover how to carry out all three processes…

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How to repot a Swiss cheese plant
6 Easy Steps to Repotting Your Swiss Cheese Plant

6 Easy Steps to Repotting Your Swiss Cheese Plant

To repot a Swiss cheese plant (Monstera)  isn’t really any different from repotting other house plants. The keys are to choose a pot that’s large enough and has plenty of drainage holes; to use the right potting mix, and to not pack everything in too tightly. Here’s my step-by-step guide to doing all this to get the most out of your Monstera plant. I have personally done this to plants up to 6ft, so I have experience with both repotting…

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Monstera Swiss Cheese Plant Pests and Diseases
Swiss Cheese Plant Pest and Disease Alert: Top 6 Threats

Swiss Cheese Plant Pest and Disease Alert: Top 6 Threats

Swiss cheese plants are more prone to pests than diseases. The Swiss cheese plant pests are the usual ones found on houseplants and plants grown in greenhouses. Think scale insects, thrips and mealybugs. As for diseases, there are none that are exclusive to Swiss cheese plants. But I’ve included the ones most common to plants like the cheese plant, including root rot and powdery mildew. If you have issues with the leaves turning yellow, this guide is probably the guide…

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How and when to prune orchids
When and how to prune orchids

When and how to prune orchids

There are two occasions when I tend to prune my orchids. The first is after they’ve flowered to encourage new growth and often a second flush of blooms or prepare them for a cooler period ready before they naturally bloom again. The second is to remove diseased or dead flowers and foliage to help prevent the spread of diseases or rejuvenate a dying orchid. Here’s how I go about pruning my orchids. After flowering Some orchids bloom just once a…

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How to identify and prevent root rot in orchids
Preventing and treating orchid root rot and crown rot

Preventing and treating orchid root rot and crown rot

The key to preventing and treating orchid root rot and crown rot is regulating the amount of water the orchids receive. Over-watering, which often leads to root and crown rot, is the number one cause of death of orchids kept inside the home. As its name suggests, orchid root rot starts in the root and can then move further up your orchid stem; then, it becomes crown rot. Here’s how from my own experience, I have managed to prevent and…

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How long do orchids live for and how to help orchids live longer
How long do orchids live and how to help them live longer?

How long do orchids live and how to help them live longer?

With sufficient care and attention, it’s not unusual for orchids in the home to live for up to 10 to 15 years or even longer. The orchid blooms can last for up to 16 weeks, depending on the type of orchid. There are a few key things you can do to increase the length of both your orchid blooms and plants, including care and maintenance. I cover all that here in this guide, starting with how long you can expect…

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Growing orchids in water and how to do it step by step
Growing orchids without soil and in water – Orchid hydroponics

Growing orchids without soil and in water – Orchid hydroponics

Growing orchids without soil and in water is called hydroponics or water culture. This is a popular way of growing many plants, including ornamental plants and some vegetables. The orchids grow in a mixture of water and nutrients rather than orchid potting mix. This is a clean way of growing plants, and it’s relatively easy, with good success rates even for beginners. And it’s especially useful for those orchid growers who are never sure if it’s time to water their…

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Can I Take My Orchid Outside in the Summer?
Can I Take My Orchid Outside in the Summer?

Can I Take My Orchid Outside in the Summer?

Yes, you can take your orchid outside in the summer. But there are quite a few precautions that you must take. First is knowing the conditions that best suit your orchid plant and providing those. And then, you have to adjust your orchid care routine to the weather outside your home. I cover all of this in this article. Conditions for your orchid outside For your orchid’s summer trip outside to be successful, you need to provide conditions much like…

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