The money plant, also known as Malabar chestnut, is loved by many potted plant enthusiasts for its unique growth habits and auspicious meanings. It not only beautifies the home environment but also brings good luck and fortune. How to properly care for a potted money plant? This article will introduce you to the maintenance skills of the money plant, helping you to ensure prosperity in your home.
Choosing a suitable potted money plant:1. Choose a plant size according to personal preference, generally medium or small for easier maintenance and placement.
2. Choose a healthy plant, free from pests and diseases, with lush leaves.
Placement and environment:1. The money plant enjoys light, and should be placed in a sunny area but avoid direct sunlight.
2. Maintain indoor temperature between 18-28℃, avoiding low and high temperatures that may harm the plant.
3. Keep the air circulation, avoiding the plant from getting damp.
Soil and watering:1. Choose a sandy soil with good breathability to benefit root growth.
2. Water thoroughly each time but avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.
3. Spring and autumn are the vigorous growth periods of the money plant; increase watering frequency during these seasons. In the hot summer, you can reduce the number of watering times.
Fertilizing and pruning:1. Use a compound fertilizer of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium mainly, applying once a month, and increase the frequency during the vigorous growth period.
2. When pruning, maintain the plant's aesthetic shape, cut off the diseased and weak branches, and promote healthy growth.
Pest and disease control:1. Regularly inspect the plant and deal with pests and diseases promptly.
2. Use biological or low-toxic pesticides for control, avoiding the use of highly toxic pesticides.
Other maintenance skills:1. Regularly rotate the pot to ensure even light exposure and avoid twisted growth of the plant.
2. Keep the plant clean, regularly wiping the leaves to enhance its ornamental value.
3. Repot every spring, replacing the new potting soil, which is beneficial for plant growth.
The maintenance of a potted money plant is not complicated. By mastering the above skills, you can easily care for a healthy and beautiful money plant. Let's work together to ensure prosperity in our homes and a美满 life!