When is the best time to prune the money tree?

Pruning time of money tree

The money tree can be pruned around the Qingming Festival in spring or before the beginning of winter in autumn. The pruning should not be too large or too frequent, which will make the money tree look more beautiful.

Generally, the branches and leaves of the money tree are pruned about 3-5 times a year. If it is pruned frequently, too many branches will be cut off, which will have a bad effect on its growth, which goes against the original intention of pruning.

Pruning of the Money Tree

There are two functions of pruning the money tree. The first is to ensure the good-looking shape of the money tree. The second is to promote the vigorous growth of new branches and side branches of the money tree.

Pruning methods and key points of money tree

1. Pruning method

Pruning the money tree is very simple. You only need to keep the thicker branches and trim off some dry, rotten, and yellow leaves. If some branches grow faster than others, they also need to be shortened appropriately, otherwise it will reduce its beauty.

2. Notes

There is no fixed time for pruning the money tree. As long as you find branches that affect the growth of the plant during the maintenance period, you can prune it at that time. If it is grown indoors, because the space is generally small, the number of pruning may be more.

3. Maintenance after cutting

The pruned money tree should be placed in a diffused light location indoors to avoid direct sunlight. Also, be careful not to let the wound come into contact with water, otherwise it will cause infection.