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Which plants need a moss pole?

by Rhyley Bryan

Which plants need a moss pole?

The best plants to use a Moss Pole are climbing plants such as Monstera or hanging plants such as Pothos and Philodendron.

How do you make a moss pole?

Instructions

  1. STEP 1: SOAK YOUR SPHAGNUM MOSS IN WATER.
  2. STEP 2: BEND THE HARDWARE MESH INTO A CYLINDER.
  3. STEP 3: CUT THE HARDWARE MESH.
  4. STEP 4: FORM THE HARDWARE MESH INTO AN OPEN CYLINDER.
  5. STEP 5: FILL THE CYLINDER WITH PRE-MOISTENED SPHAGNUM MOSS.
  6. STEP 6: STITCH UP THE CYLINDER WITH PLASTIC COATED WIRE TWIST.

Do I need a moss pole for my Monstera?

Monstera is a vining plant from the rainforests of Mexico and Central America that makes use of aerial roots to climb up and through the branches of trees in its native habitat. In the home, maturing plants will need the support of a moss covered pole that they can climb.

How tall is a moss pole for plants?

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What kind of support does a moss plant need?

In its native habitat, it has plenty of other fauna to grow up and help support it. As a houseplant, however, it needs the help of a pole to train it upward. Using a moss pole plant support helps enhance the tropical appearance and camouflage the woody stake.

What do Moss poles and coco coir poles do?

First, moss poles and coco coir poles are natural-looking supports that mimic how this plant would grow in the wild. They come in a variety of sizes, and some ( like this one from Amazon) can be stacked one on top of another to extend the size of the pole as your plant grows.

Why do you need a moss pole for a Monstera?

While they aren’t essential, moss poles are regularly used to support Monsteras and other climbing plants. Providing your Monstera with a moss pole helps to keep it growing upright, promotes larger leaf development, and can provide some nutrients and moisture to the plant through their aerial roots.