Okay, so, I’ve been messing around with plants for a while now, and my monstera is one of my favorites. I mean, those leaves, right? Huge and just beautiful. It had some problems recently, and I noticed it may have something to do with the soil, so I started looking into it. You know, like what kind of soil it likes.
First, I just took a look at the soil I was using. It was just some regular stuff I got from the store. It looked fine, you know, dark and kinda rich, but I wasn’t sure if it was what my monstera needed. So, I did what anyone would do, I looked it up.

Turns out, there are different types of soil, which I sort of knew, but never really thought about for my monstera. I read about Type A, Type B, and even Type C soil. Type A is apparently the good stuff, packed with all the organic goodies that plants love. It holds water well, too, which is pretty important. Type B is okay, I guess, but it can get kinda compacted, which isn’t great for roots. And Type C, well, that’s the stuff you don’t want. It’s sandy and doesn’t hold water or nutrients. It is like giving your plant a desert to live in.
Then I started thinking about what I know about this kind of plant. These plants, also known as Swiss cheese plants, are pretty popular, and for good reason. I’ve seen them grow pretty big in warmer places, but mine was in a pot, in my living room. So, I figured it probably needed something special.
Experiment Time
I decided to try out a little experiment. I got some of that Type A soil, the one with all the organic matter. I also grabbed some regular potting mix, just to compare. I carefully took my monstera out of its pot and gently brushed off the old soil. I looked at the roots, just to make sure they were healthy, and they looked okay.
- First batch: I repotted my monstera in the Type A soil.
- Second batch: I also planted a smaller cutting in the regular potting mix, just to see the difference.
I watered them both and put them back in their usual spot, which gets some nice indirect sunlight. It’s been a few weeks now, and I’ve been keeping an eye on them. The one in the Type A soil is looking much happier. The leaves are vibrant, and it’s even putting out a new one. The cutting in the regular mix is doing alright, but it’s definitely not as lively.
So, I think I figured it out. Monsteras really seem to like that Type A soil. It makes sense when you think about it. They need that rich, well-draining soil to thrive. It’s like giving them a comfy bed and a good meal all in one. I’m going to keep using this type of soil for my monstera, and hopefully, it will keep growing big and beautiful.
I’m no expert, but this is what worked for me. If you’re having trouble with your monstera, you might want to give this soil thing a try. It could make a big difference. And hey, even if your plant is doing fine, a little soil upgrade might be a nice treat for it. They deserve it, right?
This plant growing thing is a real journey, always learning something new. But that’s part of the fun, isn’t it? Seeing your plants happy and healthy, it’s a good feeling. Keep growing, and don’t be afraid to get your hands a little dirty. You never know what you might discover.