How to deal with the yellowing leaves of the money tree?

As a popular indoor plant, the money tree often suffers from problems such as root rot and yellow leaves due to improper maintenance, resulting in slow or even stagnant growth. In fact, as long as you master the key maintenance points, you can make the fortune tree grow lushly. Let’s learn together how to deal with the yellowing leaves of the money tree?

1. Choose suitable potting soil

The roots of the money tree are relatively slender and require loose and well-drained soil. Using soil that is too sticky can stunt root growth, and waterlogging may cause root rot and yellow leaves. Therefore, you should choose materials with good air permeability such as peat soil and leaf mold, or add coconut bran, river sand, etc. to ordinary flower soil to increase the softness and drainage of the soil and promote the healthy growth of the root system.

2. Reasonable control of watering

The money tree is very sensitive to waterlogging, and overwatering is a common cause of root rot and yellow leaves. Even during the active growth period, frequent watering should be avoided. The correct approach is to wait until the surface of the potting soil is dry before watering, and the amount of water should be controlled at 70% to 80% to avoid the soil being too wet for a long time, especially in a poorly ventilated environment, and more attention should be paid to prevent the roots from being suffocated.

3. Regular nutritional supplements

The slow growth and yellowing leaves of the money tree are often signs of a lack of nutrients. If you only water the plants without applying fertilizer, the plants will not be able to obtain the necessary nutrients and their growth will naturally be affected. The money tree does not like concentrated fertilizer. Applying too much concentrated fertilizer at one time will burn the root system. It is recommended to apply a thin liquid fertilizer once a month to meet the growth needs of the plant. When caring for the plant indoors, avoid using unfermented organic fertilizers to avoid root burn and pests and diseases. You can use universal nutrient solution, dilute it and water it once a month to promote vigorous growth of the plant.

4. Provide reasonable lighting

Although the money tree prefers a semi-shady environment, it also needs moderate light for photosynthesis. Appropriate exposure to scattered light can promote plant growth and make the leaves more dark green and shiny. Direct sunlight should be avoided in summer, while the plants should be placed in an environment with sufficient sunlight or scattered light in other seasons to promote healthy growth.

The above is how to deal with the yellowing leaves of the money tree. Even under limited maintenance conditions at home, the money tree can be restored to life and grow lush branches and leaves.