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Choose a suitable breeding environment Soil selection and replacement Watering and fertilizing Pruning and shaping Disease and pest controlWith the improvement of living standards, more and more families are beginning to pay attention to indoor greening, and the money tree has become the first choice for many people because of its unique leaves and easy maintenance. The scientific name of the money tree is Epipremnum aureum, which is a common indoor ornamental leaf plant. Let's discuss in detail the cultivation methods of the money tree to help you easily grow a lush green money tree.
Choose a suitable breeding environment1. Light: The money tree prefers scattered light and should not be exposed to direct sunlight. When breeding indoors, it should be placed far from the window to avoid strong sunlight.
2. Temperature: The suitable temperature for the money tree to grow is between 20-30℃, and the temperature in winter should not be lower than 10℃.
3. Humidity: The money tree prefers a humid environment but should not accumulate water. When breeding indoors, the humidity of the air can be increased by spraying.
Soil selection and replacement1. Soil: The money tree is suitable for growing in well-drained and breathable soil. You can choose a mixture of decayed leaf soil, garden soil, and coarse sand.
2. Replacement: The money tree needs to be replaced once a year to maintain the fertility and breathability of the soil.
Watering and fertilizing1. Watering: The money tree is not tolerant to waterlogging, and watering should be moderate. Generally, keeping the soil slightly moist is enough, and the watering frequency can be increased appropriately during high temperatures in summer.
2. Fertilizing: The money tree does not require a high demand for fertilizer, but in order to promote its growth, a compound fertilizer can be applied once a month during the vigorous growth period.
Pruning and shaping1. Pruning: During the growth of the money tree, some yellow leaves may appear and should be pruned in time to keep the plant tidy.
2. Shaping: The money tree can be shaped into different forms through pruning, such as upright or climbing shapes.
Disease and pest control1. Leaf spot disease: The money tree is susceptible to leaf spot disease. Diseased leaves should be cut off in time, and fungicides such as carbendazim should be sprayed regularly.
2. Pest: The money tree is susceptible to pests such as red spider mites and scale insects, which can be controlled with insecticides.
The cultivation of the money tree is not complicated. By mastering the knowledge of light, temperature, soil, watering, and fertilizing, you can easily grow a lush green money tree. I hope this article can provide you with help and make your breeding process more skillful.