Thankfully, these low-maintenance plants dont need anything fancy.

Surprisingly, there arelotsofsoil types and qualitiesout there that can be confusing and overwhelmingwho knew you could overthinkdirt?

Whats The Best Soil for a Monstera?

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You dont need anything super fancy or niche for your monstera!

She cautions against buying moisture control potting mix, which isnt ideal for monsteras.

Wet feet is a condition that triggers when soil is oversaturated, displacing oxygen and suffocating the roots.

Ample drainage is key when selecting the correct potting soil for Monstera, Lalicata adds.

(This can stunt your plants growth or even kill it.)

So check that your plant is truly ready for the transition!

Lalicata suggests using a water-soluble fertilizer.

We also love Arbers Plant Food, Instant Plant food, and Joyful Dirt All-Purpose Fertilizer.