When caring for a monstera plant in summer, especially in the hot and humid environment of July and August, certain protective measures are needed, even though it is a tropical plant. Here are some key points to keep in mind for summer care:

Shading:
While monstera prefers bright, indirect light, it cannot tolerate direct, intense sunlight, especially in areas with strong sun exposure like south-facing balconies. You can add a layer of shade netting on the window to prevent the leaves from getting scorched. Maintaining adequate but not overly strong light is crucial for the healthy growth of monstera during summer.

Watering Control:
Monstera has thick, fleshy roots that are highly absorbent, but during the high heat of summer, water evaporates quickly, and frequent watering can lead to waterlogging and root rot. Therefore, it’s recommended to moderate the watering frequency in summer. Water sparingly along the edge of the pot each time to avoid soaking the roots in excess moisture, which can cause rot.

Ventilation:
Good airflow is essential for monstera’s growth in summer. You can use a small fan indoors; even though it blows warm air, it can help promote air circulation, which aids in speeding up the dry-wet cycle of the soil in hot weather, preventing issues like yellowing or wilting leaves.

Humidity:
While the air humidity in summer is usually high, you can further increase the local humidity by keeping more plants together, forming a small plant group. The transpiration of the plants helps raise the air’s humidity, improving the monstera’s growing environment and keeping its leaves vibrant and healthy.

By managing shading, watering, ventilation, and humidity, monstera can maintain good growth during summer and avoid symptoms caused by the hot and humid environment.