What to do if the leaves of the money tree turn yellow

1. Change pots and soil

Reason: Long-term watering can easily cause the soil to harden and compact, making it impossible for water to reach the roots of the money tree, causing its leaves to turn yellow.

Solution: Change the pot and soil of the money tree every year. Stop watering before repotting to allow the soil to dry out. After removing the plant from the pot, remove some of the old soil, but do not damage the roots. Then replant it with loose and fertile new soil, water it thoroughly and place it in a cool place. In addition, you can also loosen the soil regularly to prevent the soil from becoming compacted.

2. Proper shade

Reason: Although the money tree likes light, strong light can also burn it, causing the leaves to turn yellow.

Solution: In summer, place the money tree in semi-shade so that it can receive scattered light. If placed in a sunny place, it needs shade. But it can receive several hours of sunlight every morning and evening, which can make it grow more vigorously.

3. Replenish water

Reason: The money tree grows best in a humid environment. Insufficient water will cause the leaves to turn yellow.

Solution: Water the money tree in time. During its growing period, the water supply must be sufficient to keep the soil in the pot moist. You can also sprinkle water around to increase the humidity of the environment. After the Mid-Autumn Festival, watering can be less frequent and can be replaced by spraying water.

4. Reduce fertilization

Reason: Fertilizer that is too concentrated can easily damage the money tree, causing the roots to rot and the leaves to turn yellow.

Solution: If the yellow leaves are caused by concentrated fertilizer, the problem is usually at the roots. You need to take the plant out of the pot, remove some of the old soil and check the root system. Cut off the burned roots and disinfect them with carbendazim. Afterwards, replace the soil and replant to avoid adding fertilizer to continue burning the roots.