{"product_id":"monstera-adansonii-mint-12cm-h20cm-flv0000021","title":"Monstera Adansonii Mint 12cm H20cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Monstera adansonii 'Mint'—a sought-after variegated Swiss cheese vine with marbled mint, cream and green leaves. Each leaf has that classic adansonii shape with oval fenestrations, but the soft mint variegation makes every new leaf feel like a little reveal.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Formal Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monstera adansonii 'Mint'\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nickname:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mint Swiss Cheese Vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots:\u003c\/strong\u003e A variegated form of Monstera adansonii, grown for its narrow, fenestrated leaves and pale mint-green marbling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Vibe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical climbing aroid care: warm roots, bright filtered light, airy compost and something to climb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c!--split--\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light is key. The pale mint sections have less chlorophyll, so they need good light to stay strong, but direct midday sun can scorch the variegation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Room:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright living room, warm office, plant shelf or cabinet. She is happiest somewhere warm and steady rather than beside a cold window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnacks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed lightly once a month in spring and summer with a diluted houseplant feed. Avoid overfeeding, as variegated plants can be slower and more sensitive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical Feels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appreciates moderate to higher humidity. Dry air can lead to crispy edges, especially on the paler sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosy Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep warm, ideally 18–27°C, and protect from draughts or sudden temperature drops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThirst:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top few centimetres of mix have dried, then let excess drain away. Keep evenly moist, not soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNot pet-safe\u003c\/em\u003e – like other aroids, Monstera foliage can irritate mouths and stomachs if chewed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bedding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a chunky aroid mix with bark, perlite and houseplant compost so the roots get moisture and airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Propagates by node cuttings, but make sure each cutting has a healthy node and enough green tissue to keep growing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally wants to climb or trail. A moss pole or support will encourage larger, more mature leaves over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slower than a plain green adansonii because the variegated leaves produce less energy, but steady in warmth and good light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUninvited Guests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for thrips, spider mites and mealybugs around new growth and leaf backs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoving Day:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot only when roots are filling the pot. Avoid jumping up too many pot sizes at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHaircut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim leggy vines just above a node to encourage bushier growth. Remove fully damaged leaves, but keep partly green variegated leaves if they are still feeding the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Air:\u003c\/strong\u003e Likes gentle airflow, but avoid cold draughts and dry radiator heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Lore:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fun is in the variation—new leaves can open with different levels of mint marbling, speckling and green from one leaf to the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emm's Plant House","offers":[{"title":"12cm H20cm","offer_id":58937077596424,"sku":"FLV0000021","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/1339\/9560\/files\/IMG_4328_9f77a6b2-14e1-474d-a626-0442edc6d083.jpg?v=1790781980","url":"https:\/\/www.emmsplanthouse.co.uk\/products\/monstera-adansonii-mint-12cm-h20cm-flv0000021","provider":"Emm's Plant House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}