Monstera new leaf wrinkly and dull
Plant: Monstera deliciosa
How long have you had the plant? 1 to 2 years
Concerns:
New leaf does not expand fully, wrinkly and dull. Old leaves are yellowing and browning at the edges. Problem started six months ago when I repotted the plant to a large, dark colored ceramic pot. Four months ago, I repotted again because I found root rot.
Overall plant:
Light Situation:
How do you determine WHEN to water? I wait for the soil to become slightly dry before watering.
Describe HOW you water: I pour a small amount of water.
Fertilizer? Yes, I’ve always used Osmocote and worm castings.
Soil:
Darryl’s Analysis
Environment:
The current location where you have it is pretty good in terms of light.
Effort:
WHEN to water: you don’t need to water as soon as the soil is just slightly dry – aim for “partially dry” (around halfway between fully saturated and totally dry) to be your cue to water.
HOW to water: fully soaking and letting excess drain away is better than pouring just a small amount of water (which will leave dry pockets).
Your plant could also go into a bigger pot – my rough guideline is “as large as the largest leaf”, meaning your pot can be approximately as large as the size of the largest leaf.
Expectations:
Your Monstera looks generally fine but perhaps if you evenly and thoroughly moisten your soil (when it’s time to water), the leaf development should be nicer.
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