How to prune monstera costaricensis

Spring, before active growth. Sterilize scissors before cutting. Trim stems just above a node to reduce length or encourage branching. Remove dead leaves cleanly at the petiole. Pot cuttings in moist sphagnum to propagate.

As needed, typically once a year. Monstera costaricensis is a climbing aroid that needs only light maintenance pruning. Remove dead or yellowing leaves at the base and trim overly long stems in spring if the plant is getting too large for its space. Provide a moss pole — most pruning needs are eliminated when the plant can climb freely.

Sterilize scissors before cutting. Trim stems just above a node to reduce length or encourage branching. Remove dead leaves cleanly at the petiole. Pot cuttings in moist sphagnum to propagate.