How to prune money tree

When to prune the money tree

Pruning of money trees can generally be done in spring, summer and autumn. Do not prune in winter when the temperature is below 15 degrees. If you want to use the pruned branches of the money tree for cuttings, you can directly use them after the wounds are dried. When cutting, just insert the branches directly into the soil.

Money tree pruning

Leaf picking : In the process of cultivating money tree, there will be some old leaves, dead leaves, and diseased leaves, which will seriously affect the ornamental value of the plant, so these leaves should be picked off in time to reduce nutrient consumption, promote the growth of new leaves, prevent the spread of diseases and pests, and improve the ornamental value of the money tree.

Pruning and shaping : If you want to maintain the ornamental value of the Money Tree, you must pay attention to pruning the plant. When pruning, you should cut off branches that are too long, overlapping and closed branches, diseased branches and dead branches, etc. This will not only allow the Money Tree to ventilate well, but also make the plant compact and beautiful, maintaining its ornamental value.

Money Tree Pruning Tips

When pruning the money tree, all clustered branches, crossed branches, inward branches, overlapping branches, parallel branches, and branches need to be cut off. The top branches can also be considered for cutting off. In special circumstances, one or two branches should be retained to pave the way for future shaping.

If you want the money tree to grow fast, promptly remove the irregular new shoots at the base and trunk of the money tree to avoid wasting nutrients. At the same time, pay attention to protecting the strong buds in individual branchless parts, cultivate them into useful branches, make the main branches grow rapidly, and inhibit the reproduction and growth of side branches.

Money tree pruning precautions

It is best not to place the money tree in an open environment after pruning it, and try to avoid rain wetting the money tree. Every time you water and fertilize after pruning, do not sprinkle water and fertilizer on the plant. This can prevent the wounds of the plant from rotting. You can spray common agents such as carbendazim to promote rapid healing of the wounds.