{"product_id":"monstera-tattoo-10-5cm-pot-house-plant","title":"Monstera Tattoo 10.5cm Pot House Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonstera ‘Tattoo’ is an unusual collector’s houseplant with deep green leaves and intricate, ink-like markings. Look closely and you’ll see how the pattern follows parts of the leaf’s surface, giving the foliage a subtly etched appearance. The detail can vary from leaf to leaf, so there’s always something new to look for as the plant grows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoung plants often start with smaller, heart-shaped leaves. As your Monstera matures and climbs, it can produce larger leaves with deep splits and openings known as fenestrations. A moss pole gives the aerial roots somewhere to attach and helps keep the plant upright as the foliage gets heavier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonstera ‘Tattoo’ care guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace your Monstera in bright, indirect light. An east-facing window or a spot near a brighter window with a sheer curtain works well. Strong direct sunshine can scorch the leaves, while a dim corner can lead to smaller new leaves with fewer splits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet the top few centimetres of the potting mix dry, then check a little deeper. If the mix still feels damp, give it more time. When it’s ready, water thoroughly until it runs out of the drainage holes, then empty the saucer or decorative pot. Check the mix before each watering, especially in winter when it usually dries more slowly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature and humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAim for a steady room temperature of around 18–25°C. Keep the plant away from cold draughts and radiators. It appreciates moderately humid air, so a bright bathroom can work well if it gets enough daylight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePotting mix and repotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a chunky, free-draining aroid mix in a pot with drainage holes. A peat-free houseplant mix blended with orchid bark and perlite gives the roots an airy place to grow. When the roots have filled the pot, move up to one only a few centimetres wider.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser while the plant is actively growing, usually from spring to early autumn. Follow the dilution instructions on the bottle and pause feeding if growth slows over winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClimbing support and leaf care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoosely secure the main stem to a moss pole or sturdy support with soft plant ties. Leave the leaf stalks free to move towards the light. Wipe the leaves gently with a soft, damp cloth when they get dusty, and check the undersides for pests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy don’t the leaves have splits yet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid leaves are normal on young plants. As your Monstera matures, bright, indirect light and a climbing support can help it develop larger, split leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy are the leaf edges turning brown?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrisp edges can be a sign of dry air, strong direct sun or inconsistent watering. If leaves are yellowing and the potting mix stays wet for days, check the drainage and give the mix more time to dry between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Monstera ‘Tattoo’ safe around pets?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonstera deliciosa contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that can irritate the mouth if chewed. Keep it out of reach of children, cats and dogs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DS Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59341599703414,"sku":null,"price":149.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/IMG_9056.jpg?v=1794573129","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/monstera-tattoo-10-5cm-pot-house-plant","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}