How to cultivate the "Eight Directions Wealth Tree"
A small tip for life, introducing how to cultivate the "Eight Directions Wealth Tree" and the best timing for cutting propagation of green plants, the site editor will introduce to netizens next.
Usually, there are at least two places in a home suitable for placing large green plants, which can enhance the three-dimensional sense of the space. These are generally the corner to the left of the living room TV wall and one side of the balcony at home. The first element of raising large green plants is to keep them alive, as they are not cheap. Today, I recommend six types of large green plants that are not only easy to care for but also have great meanings, all known as "wealth trees" in legends.
I. Octagonal Plate Plant
The name "Octagonal Plate Plant" sounds very luxurious, and its leaves are like enlarged maple leaves, very special. This plant is relatively cold-resistant, so it can be placed on the indoor balcony without worrying about low temperatures in winter. Moreover, it is shade-tolerant, so it can also be grown on the north balcony of the house.
The Octagonal Plate Plant prefers a humid environment, and the potting soil must be kept moist. Watering thoroughly every three days, and we can spray water in the morning and evening to increase humidity. In high temperatures, the leaves grow quickly, so don't let them lack water. Because its leaves are large, if they lack water, the leaf stalks will droop, and if they can't recover, they will remain in that shape and look unenergetic.
The Octagonal Plate Plant likes fertilizer, so give some slow-release compound fertilizer every half month and change the potting soil every two years, as it prefers fertile soil. We can use nutrient-rich soil mixed with some perlite, which retains moisture well.
II. Money Tree
The Money Tree is one of the most popular green plants, accounting for 5% of the annual sales of large plants. Mainly because the Money Tree is very low-maintenance; even if you forget to water it, it won't die for more than 40 days. It is a tropical plant that stays green all year round, with leaves growing straight up to the ceiling, symbolizing prosperity.
How to cultivate the "Eight Directions Wealth Tree"
Under normal conditions, the Money Tree should be watered once every 20 days, with some shading in the hot summer sun, but it won't die without shading, although the leaves may develop spots. It is extremely shade-tolerant and can be grown in an environment with scattered light from a window. The best temperature for the Money Tree to grow is 25 degrees Celsius. In temperatures above 35 degrees, it grows quickly, so the watering amount should be increased, watering every three days and spraying more water on the leaves and stems.
In temperatures below 10 degrees, the Money Tree stops growing, so watering should be reduced and no fertilizer should be given, watering once every 30 days. When the temperature returns to above 18 degrees, it can be maintained as usual. This is the key to keeping the Money Tree alive for a long time, as it requires different treatment.
III. Wealth Attracting Buddha's Hand
Northern flower enthusiasts are familiar with the name "Wealth Attracting Buddha's Hand," while in the south, it's usually called "Duck Foot Tree." The Wealth Attracting Buddha's Hand is not afraid of direct sunlight, wind, or rain, making it very suitable for a rooftop terrace. On an open阳台, we should remember one principle: do not let it lack water. Give a handful of slow-release compound fertilizer every half month, and occasionally the rain will add acidity, making the leaves dark green.