Cultivation and breeding methods of fortune tree

The money tree is favored by many people because of its auspicious meaning, but many flower lovers have reported that they encountered problems with root rot and yellow leaves when caring for the money tree. In fact, as long as you master the correct maintenance methods, the money tree can thrive. Let’s learn how to cultivate and grow the money tree.

1. Get some sun

The money tree likes light, but should not be exposed to direct sunlight. It is recommended to choose two days a week, such as the weekend, to move the money tree to a well-lit place in the morning, and move it back to its original position around ten o'clock, so that it can receive two to three hours of light every day. Such intermittent lighting helps the plants grow healthily and avoids the phenomenon of smaller and yellower leaves caused by long-term lack of light.

2. Reasonable watering

The money tree likes a humid environment, but too much or too little watering is not conducive to its growth. When leaves appear to soften and droop, the plant may be suffering from water shortage or root damage. Generally speaking, when the soil in the pot is almost dry, it should be watered thoroughly in time. If you are unsure when to water, you can test the moisture level by inserting a bamboo stick into the soil and water when the stick is dry.

3. Maintain ventilation

Good aeration helps the soil dry quickly and avoids root rot. If the indoor ventilation is poor, you can use an electric fan to blow on the soil surface to accelerate the evaporation of water. Move the money tree outdoors regularly to allow sunlight to help evaporate excess water and replenish light.

4. Apply fertilizer at the right time

The growth of the money tree requires sufficient nutrients. For small money trees, use a high-nitrogen fertilizer to promote rapid growth; for large money trees, a balanced general-purpose fertilizer will suffice. Fertilize once a month to ensure that the plants get the necessary nutrients and prevent yellow leaves and growth stagnation due to lack of fertilizer.

5. Change pots regularly

As the roots of the money tree grow, regular repotting is necessary. If you find a lot of roots growing at the bottom of the pot, it means you need to change the pot. Repotting is best done during the growing season, such as in early summer or spring when the temperature is above 15 degrees. It is not advisable to change the pot when the temperature is low. If you follow the above steps correctly, the roots of the money tree will grow rapidly and fill the pot within a year.

The above is an introduction to the cultivation methods and key points of the Money Tree. If you do a good job of daily maintenance and management, the roots of the Money Tree will grow healthily and the leaves will remain green all year round.