Maintaining variegation and buying guide for the variegated Monstera

This is a follow up video from one I did a few months back on the Variegated monstera albo. Too many of you have send me DMs with low integrity/quality of the cuttings you are buying. Often times these cuttings have rotted roots and nodes with no signs of variegated leaves. In this video I teach you how to identify potential for variegations in your cuttings and how to maintain/promote/reduce variegation.
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[@rbarrie7817]

Don't pay any attention to "haters" , some people just love to complain 🙄, new subscriber here, I appreciate your knowledge 🌞

[@melvinhoyk]

Yeah, ignore them. They are just want to create fire and see how you react to it.

[@yolandacamillo4957]

Yap, they are only jealous don't pay any attention to them. Keep going!!!!! I love all your plants. Stay safe

[@thehattersmadness1957]

If anyone has watched you from the beginning, like I have, they would know that you love propagating all your plants. I personally don’t have the space to let all my plants get huge. Trading cuttings or plant babies is how I get new varieties I want without spending $$$$. I have enjoyed every one of your videos. You show your positive and negative outcomes from propagation. Is this not how we all learn. I see plants......not dollar signs. Thank you Sean💚✌️🌿🌱🍃🦜

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much 🥺

[@joyv.9011]

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[@samanthazie2465]

I love how chill you are like we're friends and how mad you got about people selling bum plants. You're so rad

[@lamalama503]

Don’t be a dumb dumb 😂 thank you Sean, this makes my heart warms to hear this coming from an expert

[@lisarazon9489]

🗣️ I want to blast this message all over my Facebook plant groups!

[@noelle7714]

I love your channel don’t change it for anyone. You’ve always propagated your plants and you have gained so much knowledge from doing so, we’ve ALL learned from you, and you doing all the work. Don’t change anything, I love what you do. 🤗

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 😌🙏🏽

[@CK_29]

As a fervent plant care fanatic, I am obsessed with your videos. Thank you so much for your hard work, expertise, and ethical approach.

[@onlyplants]

Thank youu

[@tp5805]

I bought one stunning cutting with 4 leaves with about 50/50 white or more for 4 Dollars!! I still can‘t believe how lucky I was. After half a year I bought one from the same seller for my sister ❤️

[@anjalisawant8765]

Can you pls share me the seller info . Is it from etsy?

[@minimini550]

Even your dog is variegated! Blue merle coat 💙 Thanks for the always great plant info, Sean

[@sugarlover8809]

You are definitely not a show off, I’ve learned so much about houseplant care through your videos! It’s easy to see that you just truly love gardening and growing plants🥺💕

[@you_r_my-world2288]

Thanks for the advice. Very helpful. I’ve noticed you’re always honest.

[@nerinareyes]

People love to throw rocks at things that shine. Sooo keep shining, Sean! Always love your honesty and humility in your videos. Keep doing you!

[@mohamedtalhah3095]

Your presentations r clear, comprehensive n honest. I’m leaning a lot from them; thanx so much. However I have one complaint: often your camera changes position too fast,, which can be quite dizzying for someone my age. Please be a little gentle and move yer camera slowly when moving it from one plant/plant part to another. Thanx again

[@dominicflorio5708]

You have a right to show off beautiful plants. You put the money and the work into them. I have been keeping plants for years, and I continue to learn.

[@Patch978]

Truer words have never been spoken. Thank you for your advice!

[@livingwithinne1756]

Your video is very honest and enlightening. In the middle of this hectic plants enthusiasm, watching influencers sometimes make myself feel my way of planting is way behind. And I will keep your words: be patient with the plants. No need to speed up their growth. Thank you Sean..

[@ari505]

Much respect for your words. Yesss call it out. It's not fair it's not right. Beautiful plants 😍 thank you for the great content

[@juliaguerre9036]

Thank you Sean for informatif and inspiring content, as always. No, you are not show off at all. You are honest and being you. That’s what we love about you. Keep sharing, keep inspiring. I wish your dream to have a nursery and charity work for humanity will be manifested very soon.

[@juliaguerre9036]

Uhm ... I forget to ask you to let Josie and Gia(?) to participate in your video. They are cute 😍

[@onlyplants]

Haha its the rainy season they are indoors mostly these days. One more month!

[@botanicassie]

Aren’t you supposed to show off your gorgeous prized monsteras!? You should absolutely show them off. And you should absolutely sell them whenever the hell you want. Not because of jealousy or anything but because you’re ready. Thank you for the video! So informative and quality showing. I love them! They look great!

[@onlyplants]

Thank youu.

[@tatianadelgadillo4839]

I truly appreciate all the advice you give in this video! Thank you for going into so much detail!

[@mrwest73]

subscribed as soon as I heard your comments about unethical, unrooted, and ROTTED cuttings for sale! I cannot agree more

[@onlyplants]

Thank you, welcome to the channel!

[@paulaosborne601]

I don’t think you are a show off . Love everything you do. I learn a lot and get to see your beautiful plants. Too bad for the haters

[@colorfullifettt5251]

Don’t worry about those haters. I’ve learned so much from your videos and obviously, you’re knowledgeable and spend lots of time experimenting and sharing your secrets. Thanks!!

[@precillarojas8770]

Thank you! I love your channel! You’re very passionate about plants!

[@cherylparks9780]

Your plants are gorgeous. I learned lot from this video. Thank you.💚💚💚🌿🌿🌿💚💚💚

[@joannebruce5835]

I love watching your beautiful plants, Thanks for sharing.

[@mariacapo2618]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏!!!!!!!!! AMAZING VIDEOS ....Many , many Blessings come your way 🙏🏻

[@vatsalyapatel4882]

Much respect to you buddy! Hats off. You covered each and every point. Can’t wait to buy one but as you told me, i have to have patience for the right time to come. Thanks a lot🙏

[@SB7698]

I just discovered this channel and wow what a wealth of knowledge! Thanks so much for sharing your expertise with us.

[@shannonyoung3398]

People are jealous, don’t worry about them. Your true followers love you ❤

[@onlyplants]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@tiffanysplantsandgardening934]

Love all your videos! Thanks for all you do 🤩

[@Traisoon]

Thank you Sean! You are my life saver. I thought my albo is reverting. Thanks again. 🙏🏻🙏🏻😊

[@arches00]

This is just fantastic knowledge and really takes away some of the fear of buying a variegated monstera! Thank you so much

[@stachelleoverland2188]

We are so happy to have you! Now I know to start on a cheaper variegated plant.

[@tammyreed6088]

You are so awesome!!!! Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. I like you have always love plants but have stopped buying any for now because of the prices. Thanks again for helping answer my questions to better my plants.

[@madirodi]

Thank you for another very informative and interesting video 🙏👏

[@megl8756]

Love this video, so helpful and I love your approach.

[@cynthiarobinson9854]

Sean, I've always learn a lot from your channel! Great plant🌱 information! Be encouraged!🙏🏿❤🙏🏿

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 🤓

[@yonokzeller5402]

Very good info on varigated Philodendron split leaves😮and love your dedication to science behind plants.👍🏽🙏👏🏾

[@rich72828]

Beautiful! I don't have a lot of money but I got a Thai cutting from my Dad and made 5 plants so far. I'm going to trade one for a v. Monstera and this video helped me learn more about them because I realize they are more risky than Thai Constellation. Thanks for the help with information. Don't worry what people say, you enjoy the gift of growing your plants well the way you like, keep them, sell them or gift them. Do what is practical for you and or gives you joy! I'm keeping my Thai to trade for rare kinds because that is my need. Thanks for giving of your time

[@onlyplants]

I struggle so hard with the Thai constellation 😅 they put out leaf in every 6 months

[@rich72828]

@@onlyplants not mine, about once a month. You probably need more light, hard to achieve enough without a good window so I have mine under lights

[@gracewithnature]

Thank you for your honesty and modesty with the way you protect people in that sense (buying nodes)

[@mg-of1gu]

What a great video. Your enthusiasm and knowledge is inspiring. I'm glad I watched before buying one of these plants. You're awesome. Thank you!

[@abigailperezful]

You’re so kind to put this video together for us. So informative 💯

[@onlyplants]

😀😀

[@bridget_lisar2785]

Omg glad I found part 2 🥰🥰 I just bought my first one on Wednesday thank goodness it wasn't a thousand dollars... love this vlog.. thank you so much for the tips 🙏🏽

[@Kimberly.Williamsxo]

I love your channel!! You are so passionate and knowledgeable about these gorgeous plants!!! 🌱💚🌱💚

[@onlyplants]

Thank youuu ❤️

[@cristinajegaradsan5216]

Thank you so much for your informative video. Always learning a lot from you. Much respect to you Sean. You're not show off at all. Don't mind the haters.

[@vchavez0818]

Thank you! I have been waiting on this type of content!!!!

[@yolyrom7233]

Appreciated your honesty regarding this particular Monstera. They’re absolutely beautiful, but I will definitely wait to own one.

[@jaskaur5127]

Great video as usual. Great content . You cant please everybody . Some are just there to find fault. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and I know it takes time and effort to do this. Keep up the good job. Beautiful leaves and I feel soo sad that all the pure white leaves have to go even though its good for the plant .

[@fernandam5845]

I love to hear your videos while I'm working or take the time to watch them if I'm strees out. Even though I have a regular monstera thanks for share everything you learned.

[@onlyplants]

Regular monsteras are so cool. Stress-free care and beautiful to look at.

[@jiaduterte2478]

Oh my, this video just answered all my questions and concerns! Thank you! I just got a cutting 2 weeks ago after I saved! 🤞 and then in the future I will share my cuttings to my friends and family so they won't have to spend 🤑 so much. Lol wish me luck!

[@luperobles124]

I’m so glad I found you! Ignore the haters! Your an amazing soul and can’t wait to see more of your videos!

[@actually_autistic]

You have a whole variegated Monstera jungle! 🌱🌱🌱😍🌱🌱🌱

[@onlyplants]

Thats the goal!

[@Houseplantpixie]

OMG so amazing.... I scored a variegated Monstera from.a frustrated seller and I cut it up..... watching them grow😍love this video

[@nanayjeth7528]

Beautiful plants 🌱 Enjoy watching your videos....very informative👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@onlyplants]

Thank you

[@EliezaBaby]

Haters will be haters and show they don't know who you are and never follow you . Love this topic 👏 ❤ 😍 👌 🙌 highly appreciate it . Right on spot because I got it on a node cut in 2 that got same even variegated nodes i cut in 2 for security and experiment. 1 cut went to my boyfriend's office and get indirect light and gave 3 leaves with variegation and the 2nd with me in the house but have me 1 leaf that's green and dust of white variegation getting low light from the kitchen bay window . With this video and your brave propagation ill be giving it direct light now . Keep up good works 👍 and HELLO FROM TORONTO , CANADA 🇨🇦

[@onlyplants]

Whoaa yes, do propagate it once you have enough research. I recommend air layering them before propagating. 🤓

[@Cluimuimui]

Thank you Sean for bringing me back down to earth. Prices are crazy over in Australia. So I'll definitely take your feedback about waiting it off. Can't wait to get it in the future now that I know what to watch out for thanks to you xx

[@onlyplants]

Many people are multiplying this, they will be everywhere soon. As you can see they are quite fast growing and easily propagated.

[@susanasibilia9708]

You have great content...precise and straight to the point! Your videos are my go to channel for my research. I appreciate the in depth explanations and your overall philosophy. I hope you open your plant store to us soon in the US! Having said this, I sat and watched through 2 ads/commercials to help with your vision lol!

[@onlyplants]

Thank youuu 😀😀

[@adahaashiho2164]

Thanks for your helpful video, beautiful variegated monstera.

[@nachig4754]

Thank you so much Sean as always, great info, you are honest and genuine, if other peeps feel that way, there are tons of other plant videos they can follow. You do You ;) and don't stop making more videos. Cheers

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 🐸

[@TheMissludie]

I cannot love this video enough! I finally decided to treat myself to an albo monstera cutting, and was able to save quite a bit of money on an already rooted cutting because although the leaf did not show heavy variegation, the STEM is very much so! I can't wait to turn that into leaves as beautiful as you have! Thank you for making these videos!

[@onlyplants]

Sweet!!

[@danielac983]

Love your videos. They are very informative. Don't listen to the haters. Haters gonna hate. In the end their comments will only make you stronger. Thank you for sharing your videos. I always go back for reference. 😁💚

[@FlowerPower1000]

Thank you for taking time to share all this information and accumulated knowledge of yours! Your content is a guaranteed reference point for me every time I stumble upon an issue with my plants!! I wish you a happy new year full of potential, creativity and prosperity so that you can achieve all your dreams and endeavours. XO from Greece!

[@onlyplants]

Cheers 😀

[@ProximaCentauri88]

You are definitely not showing off. I always find your videos very informative and calming. You're my crush in the plant vlogging world. (Sorry)

[@onlyplants]

❤️❤️ thank you

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@@onlyplants I love you! 😭❤

[@len3458]

I love to watch all of your videos,I really appreciate you share your knowledge to others.theres some people are heater my be they feel envy that you have a beautiful and healthy plant.

[@michelledemars5938]

What a wonderfully informative video!! Great job:) Also, I love your passion! Thank you

[@onlyplants]

Thank youu 😌💖

[@len31613]

Sean you're so honest, no wonder I keep watching your videos. Thank you! :)

[@onlyplants]

🙈🙈

[@nonnernancy]

Thank you for this video!!! It is very informative and exactly what I needed!!!

[@sheilataylor7497]

Great video Shawn. I found you a couple of days ago. I have much respect for you. You are a man of integrity. Keep working toward your goals. 👍😊

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much. Welcome to the channel!

[@tiffanysplantsandgardening934]

People are just jealous and wish they had as many variegated monsteras as you do! I’m happy for you that you have so many! They’re beautiful 😍

[@evehasmanyfaces3248]

Don’t apologize to these haters. Those of us genuine people who are happy, subscribe or watch your videos completely understand and do not have those thoughts at all about you. I love your content. I learn something new each time I what. Thank you for being you and sharing.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much

[@user-cr1lj8qo4j]

I like your honest thank you for making your story!!

[@victoriagrapsidou3474]

You are a saviour! Mine was a case of a rotted plant! I spent 150€ for it! As you said I came forward with that problem in the sellers Instagram because they weren't responding to my e -mails and finally they offered me a new plant for free. ! You know my case I send you pictures of what was left from that monstera albo. And I couldn't agree more with you Sean! We should speak up to the exploration of our love and need for these beautiful plants.

[@rene9993]

I love your channel! It is so relaxing to watch ! Please, don't change, there will always be negative people! Once, these monsteras are for sale, I'd loke to purchase it!!!

[@lienlienchan]

thank you for speaking up , and thank you for this video. I bought the same thing, leaf cutting, like you were showing in your video. It was too late to canceled. I'm still holding on to the leaf.

[@inos3697]

Sean thank you! Such a great video. There’s always gonna be haters so glad you don’t pay attention to them.

[@thinhpham5070]

Thank for the video! The content I has been looking for a long time! My Rhaphidophora Tetrasperma has just variegated!

[@onlyplants]

Oh my... that is worth a lot of money

[@jenrose6633]

Beautiful!!! Thank you for your videos!

[@robertoleonardi6313]

I have watched your videos from the start and i have enjoyed them all so keep it up i hope you reach your goals especially the conservation part. looking forward to your next video.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much Roberto

[@lulu486]

I subscribed a few days ago and I watched so many of your videos. You have such an amazing energy!

[@onlyplants]

Whoaaa thank you. Welcome to the channel! 🙌🏻

[@lulu486]

❤️✨

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Loved your video from Texas.

[@Yojatram]

So informative. Thank you. I really love your channel.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you

[@thankmenoww]

Fantastic video! You have provided such in depth information. Thank you :)

[@lemonan5244]

Do not pay any mind to haters! Hateful people find anything to hate on. Keep on doing you! You're the most informative and humble plant person I watch and follow.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 😌

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Thank you you've answered some of my questions I am pleased with your channel I do not think you're a show off. Love your teaching. Very educational!

[@onlyplants]

Thank youu 😀

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I love your videos and wish you luck with your future endeavors

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Love your videos, keep them coming. Also you have a very soothing voice 🤗

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 😊

[@consuelotenangueno4155]

Sean I love your channel thank you for your tips it has help me.

[@lindabeaulieu6770]

Thx for this video and all your videos. Always so informative and knowledgeable. And never mind the haters... you live in ideal growing conditions and so you should enjoy many plants, even if many of each. Take care.

[@onlyplants]

Thanks Linda 🐸

[@rachelcordoba6752]

This is the third time I watched this vid! Love it :) You can cut chop or do whatever you want with it - its yours! Envy is around the counter! Well, I am so envious with your plants but in a positive way :) Inspiring.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 😌

[@diannawarner340]

You have goals. Keep your eye on the prize and please don't let people full of snarky comments get to you. I have watched so so many of your videos and know you love propagating all your plants. I thoroughly enjoy all your videos. Keep up the good work!

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@nu5045]

This has been very very helpful for me. Liked and subscribed!

[@kjytgdgdt]

Lisa A Chattanooga Tn, Dont worry your helping us with your plant knowledge I look forward to your videos thank you for you honesty you tell it like it is . One day I hope to have this beautiful plant when the prices go down it will be worth the wait .

[@lindapindapindonga]

The ultimate guide to Variegated Monstera! Very informative! The prices are out of this world! Lots of wind, but miss the peeing fish ;)

[@onlyplants]

Haha its always windy when Im filming... I don’t know why I’m being punished this way 😂😂

[@sirikunyacrochet]

Many thanks I do leaning a lot from this V.D.O👍

[@onlyplants]

❤️❤️

[@carolrolfsacredsagehoyas1654]

Just found you a few weeks ago... excellent information .I am Hoya grower/seller (approximately 150 or so) but recently bought a variegated Monstera adansonii because it was just so beautiful. Yes, I paid too much but she was a healthy established plant and I couldn't resist, but I will not pay that price again and encourage high prices . Your videos have been invaluable teaching me the ins and outs of Monstera care. Just wanted to say thanks so much, I subscribed, my plant is thriving and I have a new found love with these beautiful plants so will be adding a few more to my collection. 💚

[@onlyplants]

Thank uou 🥹

[@elviramcdonald7930]

You are a nice person and I like your channel.They just envy you and that’s it.Keep on informing your followers of what you learn and all which make your haters turn red of envy more 👍👍👍

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 😌😌

[@thesufics1959]

Wow! Nice video, very helpful! Thank you so much!

[@oakcreek18]

I love that you don’t take advantage of the people like me! Im a sucker when it comes to rare plants!!!😅 I hope one day i will have more rare plants like yours!😍 take care and thanks for all the tips!

[@ayapadilla3858]

Hi sir thank u so much this is very educational one especially to someone like me who has no knowledge at all. Whenit comes to this very valued plant more power

[@xxMCRxrawkxx]

This beautiful human has taught me so much. I quickly got my cutting under a grow light because the stem has very tiny variegation. I wish I knew this before bidding for it 😞 I’d be devastated if it’s reverted.

[@lisawagner6076]

Excellent video! Thank you for such wonderful I formation!

[@onlyplants]

😌😌 thank you