Money doesn't grow on trees, but a money tree can grow inside your home.Some people believe that the tropical wetlands plant can bring luck and good fortune.The plant requires minimal care and is a popular choice for many households and offices.Prepare your materials, plant or repot a money tree if you're feeling lucky, and keep it healthy.
Step 1: Pick a place that is warm and bright.
Plants can thrive if they have access to humidity and light.Don't put the money tree in front of a window or in a backyard without shade because it can be killed by too much sunlight.Money trees can survive outdoors, but the temperature cannot fall below 45 F.Most people keep them indoors.Money trees are fine in shady areas if some light gets through.
Step 2: You should get a pot for your plant that is at least 15 cm wide.
It is smart to repot your money tree even if it is in a pot.The plant can't grow in pots that are too small.If you're repotting a plant, you want a bigger pot than the first one.If the pot is too big, the soil can become soggy and a money tree can't grow.Your pot needs to have at least one hole for drainage.
Step 3: The mix should be put in the pot.
Good drainage and nutrition is what money trees need.You can either make your own mix at home or buy pre-mixed soil online.You can make your own soil by mixing 5 parts soil with 2 parts coarse sand and 1 part perlite.Peat-moss-based soil is a good choice if you want to purchase pre-mixed soil.The money tree can use flower and cactus soil.
Step 4: Put your pot on the tray.
Unless you live in a tropical environment, the money tree can benefit from a little humidity.The trick allows more water to reach the plant.The bottom of the pot should not be on the water.You can put this near the pot if you have a humidifier.
Step 5: The pale end of the seed points sideways as it is pressed into the soil.
The "eye" of the seed is the pale end.You want the seed to be 4 inch down into the soil.Don't plant more than one money tree seed at a time.A money tree needs its roots to be able to fill the pot.
Step 6: Water the seed and soil lightly.
Consistency is important.The best time to plant a money tree is when the soil is evenly moist.Some of the soil moves over the seed as you water.This is great.If the hole starts filling up with water, you should stop.There are many options for watering a money tree.
Step 7: Place the seed in the soil.
The soil should not be packed down.The soil should be light and airy.This is the best way for the money tree seed to get the vitamins and minerals it needs.
Step 8: The plant needs consistent access to indirect light.
Money trees need light, but too much of it can be bad.Direct sunlight is bad for a money tree.Warm, moist soil is needed for the seed to grow.The seedling starting mat can heat the soil up to eighty degrees if you use it.Remove the seed from the mat.
Step 9: When the top layer is dry, water the soil.
You should check your money tree daily during the first few days.If you test the soil with your finger, be careful not to disturb the seed.Press your finger into the soil near the rim of the pot to see if it's dry.The money tree is ready for more water when the top layer of soil is dried out.
Step 10: Keep an eye on the roots of your pot.
If your money tree is outgrowing its pot, that's a sign of a healthy tree.As they grow, they need to be repot every few years.When the roots push against the sides and bottom of the pot is a good sign that your money tree needs a new pot.
Step 11: Put the mix at the bottom of the pot.
You can buy a pre-mixed bag or make your own.Only the bottom quarter of the pot should be filled.Depending on the size of your money tree, you may have to adjust this later.Make sure that the new pot is the same size as the last one.Money trees are often placed in pots that are too large.Peat moss-based soil, flower soil and cactus soil are some of the things to look for when buying pre-mixed bags of soil.
Step 12: The old pot should be turned upside down and tapped against the hard surface.
When moving a plant, be gentle.Money trees are sensitive to movement in the environment.
Step 13: The money tree's root ball should be removed from the old pot.
Don't grab the leaves of the money tree.It is better to break your pot than it is to remove the plant's leaves.If you're having trouble getting the root ball out of the pot, you can use a knife to cut the sides.Cut the dead roots off the root ball with scissors.
Step 14: The money tree should be in the new pot.
You want the plant to sit beneath the rim of the pot.To achieve this, you may need to experiment with the levels of potting mix at the bottom of the pot.
Step 15: The rest of the pot should be filled with a potting mix.
Don't pack the soil too tightly.Money trees can experience shock when repotting, so you want to be as gentle as possible.
Step 16: If the soil gets dry, water the money tree.
How much water you get depends on the plant and environment.Some money trees need to be watered once a week.To avoid root rot, you should always dump out the drainage water underneath the pot.
Step 17: Pay close attention to the leaves of the money tree.
It's one of the easiest ways to find problems with your plant.If you check the leaves' colors at least one week, you will be able to respond to any issues in time to save the plant from serious health issues.The leaves on the money tree are brown.If the leaves improve their color, you should give them more water.If your plant's leaves are green, you may be over watering.Cut back on the amount of watering you do.If you have yellow leaves, you can either move the plant to a more humid environment or addfertilizer.
Step 18: If you want to addfertilizer, hold off during the winter months.
Growth slows down for the money tree when the light levels are not as bright.There are a lot of different fertilizers that work well for money trees.Liquidfertilizer is a popular option, but you can also use pellets at most nurseries.
Step 19: Prune your money tree with gardening shears.
If left unattended, a money tree could easily grow to the point where it outgrew the place it was placed in.If you don't want to move your money tree to areas that are too small, you should have it trimmed at least once every summer and spring.Light green growing tips at the end of branches are a good place to pinch off new growth.Remove leaves that are brown, damaged, or wilted.The money tree's appearance will be improved by this.Don't be discouraged if you over peck your money tree.The leaves grow quickly.
Step 20: The money tree's location can be adjusted.
As the seasons change, remember to think about the weather as your plant thrives outdoors.During the cold months, you can bring the plant indoors.The money tree will grow best if the environment is undisturbed.