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madisonofriel said:Hi I also have a question about my monstera... Someone sent it via mail about 6 months ago. It came with one new leaf forming (the one in the picture) but once that leaf opened up it never became firm like the older leaves... its just floppy- but not really in the way like it needs more water. It has never not been like that. Is it just an age thing or does it in fact need more water? I just didn't think it was water because none of the other leaves have ever drooped. Let me know what you think- thanks in advance!

Hi!

Did you remove the plant from the pot to check root ball after purchase? I purchased a 3 year plus monstera from Lowe's about a month ago, poor guy was in bad condition. Completely root bound, no life in leaves, no soil left in nursery pot.

Are you feeding this plant? Big guy need food. Gave mine a little food after repotting. Second watering fed again but more. The plant is on a regular water / feed schedule now and doing well with two new healthy leaves.

Watering. Are you letting the soil slightly dry out between waterings? If in doubt, get a moisture meter if you don't have one. Some of use need one.

2 old leaves vs new leaf below