{"product_id":"monstera-deliciosa-siam-mint-tissue-culture-coming-soon","title":"Monstera Deliciosa ‘Siam Mint’ – Tissue Culture – Coming Soon","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Monstera Deliciosa ‘Siam Mint’ – Soft Mint Variegation with Classic Deliciosa Form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerms \u0026amp; Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscount codes, rewards and promotional offers cannot be applied to this special offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree shipping is unavailable due to the specialised packaging and handling required to help ensure your plantlet arrives in the best possible condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct images are provided as examples only. Individual plantlets may naturally vary in size, leaf count and visible variegation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefined, fresh, and highly collectible — Monstera Deliciosa ‘Siam Mint’ is prized for its soft mint-toned variegation layered through classic Monstera deliciosa foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than producing the stark contrast of white-variegated forms, Siam Mint develops a softer palette of mint green, pale green, cream and deeper green tones. The variegation can move through the leaf as marbling, mottling, streaking and larger contrasting areas, giving the foliage a beautifully blended, almost frosted appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach new leaf develops its own balance of colour and pattern, while the familiar Monstera deliciosa structure becomes increasingly dramatic as the plant matures. Larger leaves and deeper fenestration give the mint colouring more space to develop, creating an impressive mature specimen with a softer, more layered look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Tissue Culture Acclimation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTissue culture plantlets require careful acclimation after being removed from their sealed growing environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the best chance of success:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Carefully remove the plantlet from the bag or flask.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Thoroughly rinse all agar from the roots and foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Sterilise and treat the plantlet by following the supplied NPG Tissue Culture Acclimation Protocol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Apply rooting hormone where recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plant into a clean, sterile and moisture-retentive acclimation medium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Keep the plantlet inside a humidity dome with warm, stable temperatures and high humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Begin under low to moderate indirect light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Avoid intense grow lights or direct sunlight during the first few weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Gradually increase airflow and light while slowly reducing humidity as the plantlet establishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery order includes an NPG Tissue Culture Acclimation Pack and access to our detailed NPG Tissue Culture Acclimation Protocol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStability is more important than intensity during the first few weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid repeatedly changing the plantlet’s humidity, temperature, lighting or growing medium. Give it time to recover from deflasking, establish new roots and gradually adapt to normal growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTissue culture plantlets are young, living plants, and some loss is always possible during acclimation. Please ensure you are comfortable with the process and have an appropriate growing environment before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Quick Care Tips:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Water: Once established, keep evenly moist and allow the top layer of substrate to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid prolonged saturation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Light: Bright, indirect light supports strong growth and helps maintain the characteristic mint variegation. Avoid harsh direct sunlight, particularly while new leaves are hardening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌫 Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity for healthy foliage and consistent growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡 Temps: Thrives between approximately 18–28 °C. Protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪴 Soil: Once fully acclimated, performs exceptionally well in our NPG Aroid Formula, providing the ideal balance of airflow, moisture retention and structure to support strong root development. Alternatively, use a chunky, free-draining aroid mix with bark, perlite and coco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 NPG Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide sturdy vertical support once established to encourage larger leaves and increasingly mature fenestration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSiam Mint is all about the softer interaction between mint, cream and green. Stable light, warmth and consistent watering will support strong growth and allow its characteristic layered variegation to become increasingly impressive as the plant matures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nelson Plant Guy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52840279834911,"sku":null,"price":89.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0923\/4097\/7951\/files\/SIAMMint_4_a009b565-c7b2-4960-bbb9-98a4722aeb4a.png?v=1788251450","url":"https:\/\/nelsonplantguy.co.nz\/products\/monstera-deliciosa-siam-mint-tissue-culture-coming-soon","provider":"Nelson Plant Guy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}