How to cultivate a lucky money tree
The editor answers for the netizens on how to cultivate a lucky money tree and the related knowledge of cultivation and management of the lucky money tree, and will introduce the following information to everyone.
The lucky money tree is a very beautiful ornamental plant, but many flower enthusiasts always fail to grow it well. After purchasing it, the roots can easily rot or the leaves can wither and turn yellow. To grow a lucky money tree well, certain maintenance skills are indeed required. Although it looks sturdy, it is delicate and prone to problems with slight neglect of care. Here are four techniques for maintaining a lucky money tree; mastering them can make it grow lush and leafy.
Avoid strong sunlight
The lucky money tree is a plant that grows well in a semi-shaded environment and is afraid of direct strong sunlight. If gradually exposed to light, the plant can slowly adapt. However, for a lucky money tree that has been kept indoors for a long time or just purchased and is placed in direct sunlight, it can easily sunburn the leaves, causing them to wither.
For a potted lucky money tree kept indoors, it should not be placed in direct sunlight, as it can easily damage the plant. Of course, if the lucky money tree is not exposed to sunlight for a long time, it can also lead to poor growth, yellow leaves, and other phenomena. Normally, you can move it to a place with diffused light, allowing it to receive more weak diffused light to meet its growth needs.
Control watering
As we all know, the lucky money tree is a plant that loves a humid environment, but it is also afraid of water. Most lucky money trees with rotting roots during maintenance are due to improper watering, so watering is a crucial aspect of caring for a lucky money tree.
Don't be fooled by its sturdy appearance; its roots are not well-developed, and most have only a small number of fine roots with weak absorption capacity. When the potting soil is constantly moist, it can easily lead to root suffocation, causing root rot and yellow leaves.
So when watering the lucky money tree, do not water too frequently. Only water when the potting soil is not dry, following the principle of "watering when dry, and wet-dry cycle."
Apply thin and frequent fertilization
In the process of growing a lucky money tree, excessive watering can easily cause root rot, and improper fertilization can also damage the roots. Therefore, reasonable fertilization is very important to avoid root damage and promote plant growth.
When fertilizing the lucky money tree, it is important to apply "thin and frequent fertilization," which means applying a small amount multiple times and not placing unfermented fruit peels, eggshells, tea residue, etc., in the flowerpot. During the growing period, you can often water it with some dilute liquid fertilizer, such as fermented rice water, milk water, or fruit peel water. If you have many flowers at home, you can also prepare a bottle of plant nutrient solution and water it once or twice a month, which can make it grow lush and leafy.
Pay attention to frost prevention
The lucky money tree is a plant from the south and has poor cold tolerance. In the north, it often gets frostbitten, causing the entire plant to wither. In winter, it should be moved indoors for maintenance, with the temperature not below 10°C. In low temperatures, the plant can easily develop yellow leaves and shed leaves.
When caring for a lucky money tree in early spring, do not move it outside too early. At this time, the temperature is very unstable, and the day-night temperature difference is significant. If not careful, the plant can still get frostbitten. Wait until after Qingming Festival, when the temperature is more stable, before moving it outside.
Actually, it's not difficult to grow a lucky money tree well. Just first understand its growth habits, then achieve reasonable watering and fertilization, and avoid direct sunlight to prevent root rot and yellow leaves, allowing the plant to grow lush and leafy.
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