How to cultivate a money tree and what are the precautions
A brief knowledge sharing, introducing you to the cultivation methods and precautions of the money tree, and how to master the cultivation points of green plants and flowers. Here is a comprehensive introduction.
The money tree is loved by many people because of its beautiful meaning, impressive growth, high ornamental value, and ability to purify the air. Many gardening enthusiasts use potted money trees as decorations in courtyards or indoors. However, to keep it thriving, soil, lighting, temperature, watering, and fertilizing need to be managed in five aspects. I will introduce these in detail below.
1. Soil
The money tree prefers loose and fertile acidic soil. You can choose peat soil, decomposed leaf soil, and coarse sand, mix them in a ratio of 4:4:2 to make the cultivation soil for the money tree. Of course, you can also buy specialized nutrient-rich soil from the market, which is more targeted and beneficial for plant growth.
2. Lighting
The money tree requires plenty of sunlight and should not be placed in a fully shaded area. It needs to ensure 8 hours of sunlight per day. In the summer, when temperatures are high, it should be shaded appropriately and not exposed to strong sunlight. The best location for winter care is a sunny indoor windowsill or a balcony with diffused light, ensuring good ventilation, and the plant will grow more lush.
3. Temperature
The money tree prefers a high-temperature environment. A temperature below 8°C in winter is not conducive to plant growth. Keeping the temperature at 25°C-30°C will help the money tree grow more vigorously.
4. Watering
The money tree likes moisture but fears waterlogging. Attention should be paid to the amount and frequency of watering. Excessive or insufficient watering will cause the plant to grow slowly. It is recommended to water every 3-5 days and water thoroughly each time. In the summer, water every 1-2 days and use a spray bottle to spray water on the leaves to maintain sufficient humidity.
5. Fertilizing
To keep the money tree healthy, it's best to fertilize every 10-15 days during the growing season, using dilute fertilizer water. Change the potting soil every 1-2 years, adding an appropriate amount of decomposed manure as a base fertilizer to promote vigorous plant growth.
Do you understand the detailed introduction of the cultivation methods and precautions for the money tree, as well as how to master the cultivation points shared above?