Winter Plant Survival Program

Service description

1. 01

   Who this course is for

   If you have noticed your plants looking dull, dropping leaves, or simply stalling through the winter months, this course addresses the conditions behind those symptoms. It is designed for any Canadian plant parent who has felt the frustration of watching a thriving summer collection struggle once the heating season begins.

   The course is useful whether you grow tropical species, aroids, succulents, or a mixed collection. The challenges of low winter light, forced-air heat, and cold windows are shared across most houseplant types, and the strategies taught here apply broadly — with region-specific tips for climates ranging from coastal British Columbia to the Prairies and Northern Ontario.

2. 02

   What the course covers

   Across 15 focused video lessons, the course works through every major winter stressor: adjusting watering schedules to match reduced light and slower growth, managing humidity in homes dried out by furnace heat, supplementing natural light with grow lamps, and identifying cold-stress symptoms before they cause lasting damage.

   Included materials support the lessons with practical tools: a month-by-month winter care calendar, a cold-window safety checklist, and a humidity management guide tailored to heated Canadian homes. A dedicated grow-lamp selection and placement guide helps you make informed decisions about supplemental lighting without unnecessary expense.

3. 03

   How the course works, step by step

   After enrolment you have immediate, lifetime access to all 15 lessons. The course is self-paced, so you can work through it in sequence — which gives the clearest overall picture — or go directly to the topic most urgent for your plants right now.

   Lessons stream on any modern device and the downloadable materials are available for offline use. The month-by-month winter care calendar is particularly useful as a running reference throughout the season, giving you a clear sense of what to check and adjust at each stage of winter rather than trying to hold all the information in memory at once.

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   Maximising natural light before adding equipment

   Before recommending any supplemental lighting, the course dedicates a full module to getting the most from the natural light already available in your home. Window placement, seasonal sun angles, reflective surfaces, and the difference between direct and indirect winter light are all covered in practical terms.

   This matters because many plants can be helped significantly by repositioning alone — and because understanding your home's natural light makes any grow-lamp decision more informed. The grow-lamp guidance that follows is deliberately budget-conscious and focused on what is actually necessary for your specific collection and space.

5. 05

   Grow with us, season after season

   Winter is the season that separates confident plant parents from anxious ones — not because it has to be difficult, but because most plant care advice skips over it. Monstera Guru Academy was shaped by three generations of a family that has tended plants through Canadian winters, and that accumulated seasonal knowledge is the foundation of this course.

   The community forum included with your enrolment is an especially valuable resource through the darker months. Other students are navigating the same shortened days and overheated rooms, and the forum is an active, supportive place to share what you are seeing and get a thoughtful response from people who understand your conditions.

6. 06

   Enrolment options and timing

   A single enrolment starts from CAD 69. A bundle with Tropical Houseplant Foundations is also available for those who want a more complete grounding in indoor plant care alongside the winter-specific content. Gift e-certificates are offered at the single-enrolment price — a practical and personal gift for any plant lover heading into their first Canadian winter.

   Ideally, starting the course in October or early November — before heating season is fully underway — gives you the most time to prepare. That said, the content is useful at any point during winter, and lifetime access means you can return to it each year as the season turns. See the site's Sales Terms for full purchase conditions.

What the service includes

• 15 video lessons focused on winter conditions
• Grow-lamp selection and placement guide
• Humidity management techniques for heated homes
• Month-by-month winter care calendar
• Cold-window safety checklist
• Community forum access

From browsing to your first lesson in a few simple steps

1. 1

   Browse and choose

   Explore the course library and select the course or bundle that matches your current level and goals. Each course page includes a full outline and sample lesson.

2. 2

   Enrol securely

   Complete your enrolment through our secure checkout. Tax is added at checkout based on your province. Gift enrolments include a printable e-certificate.

3. 3

   Receive your welcome email

   You will receive a welcome email with your login details and a personal note from our team. We are genuinely glad to have you.

4. 4

   Start learning

   Log in and begin your first lesson whenever you are ready. All content is available immediately, on any device, at any hour.

5. 5

   Join the community

   Introduce yourself in the forum, post a photo of your plants, and connect with fellow students. Our instructors check in regularly and answer questions personally.

Price

Gross prices are for guidance only. You will receive an exact quote before work begins.

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