{"product_id":"col-2l-mon-del-chex1","title":"1 Monstera Deliciosa Swiss Cheese Plant, Live Tropical Indoor Houseplant, Easy Care, 17cm Root-Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMonstera Deliciosa – Swiss Cheese Plant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the most iconic and sought-after houseplants, the Monstera deliciosa is loved for its stunning, large glossy leaves featuring the characteristic splits and holes known as fenestrations. As the plant matures, the foliage becomes increasingly dramatic, making it a striking focal point in any room. This easy-care tropical plant is perfect for both beginners and experienced plant enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a live plant grown in a 17cm root-ball (2 litre), ready to be potted into a decorative container of your choice. Please note that younger plants may not yet display the signature leaf fenestrations — these develop naturally as the plant grows and matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace in a bright spot with indirect light. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eWater when the top few centimetres of compost have dried out. Reduce watering during autumn and winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eThrives in warm, humid conditions. Mist the leaves regularly or place on a pebble tray to increase humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eFeed with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser once a month during the growing season (spring and summer).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eWipe leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to remove dust and keep them looking their best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eProvide a moss pole or support for the plant to climb as it grows, encouraging larger, more fenestrated leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monstera deliciosa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swiss Cheese Plant, Mexican Breadfruit, Split-leaf Philodendron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen climbing perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 2–3 m × 1–2 m indoors (larger in natural habitat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climbing, Epiphytic Evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Living Rooms, Conservatories, Offices, Bright Hallways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright Indirect Light, Avoid Direct Sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–27°C; Minimum 10°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers Moderate to High Humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate – Allow Top Soil to Dry Between Waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender Evergreen Perennial (RHS Hardiness H1b)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, Glossy, Dark Green Leaves with Natural Splits and Holes (Fenestrations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical Forests of Southern Mexico and Central America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic if ingested – Keep Away from Pets and Children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e This listing is for the Swiss Cheese Plant variety of Monstera deliciosa. Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, shape and leaf pattern from the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Verdant living","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50106005127388,"sku":"COL-2L-MON-DEL-CHEX1","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2455\/8300\/files\/file_d2c8e81a-b88c-411f-8596-f01502c7a8a5.png?v=1776897194","url":"https:\/\/www.verdant-living.co.uk\/products\/col-2l-mon-del-chex1","provider":"Verdant Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}