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I have a money tree that I bought,it was full of leaves at first but they are dying off everyday. I would like to know how often should they be watered? Should I transplant it to another pot?
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Hi Cleo: The following are care instructions for Money Trees.
PLACEMENT
Your money tree will grow best receiving bright indirect light to partial sunlight and in temperatures between 60 degrees F and 85 degrees Farenheit. Lower light is tolerated, but if too low the growth tends to become stretched and lanky. Temperatures down to 50 degrees and as high as 100 degrees are tolerated. The plant is not frost hardy and should never be exposed to temperatures below freezing.
The money tree will benefit from higher humidity than is usually found indoors. Daily morning orearly afternoon misting of the foliage will temporarily increase the humidity around the plant. For a longer term increase in humidity, keep the potted money tree plant placed on a tray with moistened pebbles. As water evaporates from the tray, the air surrounding the plant is humidified.
WATERING
It is best to keep the soil evenly moist or allow it to dry only partially when the money tree is actively growing. During cooler winter temperatures, when growth slows down or stops, it is best to allow the soil to approach dryness before watering again. Never allow the soil to remain soggy or waterlogged. Be sure to empty out any water that collects in the decorative container so that the grow pot does not sit in water.
PRUNING
Prune any overy tall or long branches to keep your plant compant and to encourage branching.
FERTILIZING
Apply a general house plant food at half recommended strength every two weeks from March to August. Fertilize only when the soil is moist.
INSECT CONTROL
Pests that may attack money trees are spider mites, mealy bug, and aphids. High humidity and frequent washing off the leaves of your plant will discourage insect problems. If insects do become a problem, thoroughly spray your plants, including lower leaf surfaces, with a house plant insecticide, carefully following label directions.
REPOTTING
Repot every year in early spring into the next size larger grow pot. Use a packaged house plant mix that retains moisture yet drains well. Always use a grow pot with drain holes.
TOXICITY
Plant material such as this product should not be eaten. While most plants are harmless, some contain toxins.
As a footnote: The Money Tree, botanically named Pachira aquatica, is native to tropical zones of Mexico, Central America, and northern regions of South America. It makes an ideal indoor plant, tolerating conditions common to house and office interiors.
Hope this information helps you.
Vince Schuessler
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Greetings and good moods from New York City. I recently purchased a Money Plant and have had some difficulty finding care instructions as precise and detailed as yours. I thank you for the info that I quickly printed when I read the instructions that you gave Cleo.
Now, my new baby is about 2 feet tall and she is planted in a pretty shallow pot that is just about 6 inches long. Last night I noticed that two of its roots have started to find their way out of the bottom of the pot and through the drain hole. You see, because I have read that they should be repotted in the spring, when the plants tend to be less active, I am concerned about repotting it now (October). Should I wait until Spring and risk allowing the plant to grow weaker? Will it become weak if it has not room to grow, or will it simply grow at a much slower rate? Should I cut back the roots? Or should I simply transplant it now?
Many questions and few answers found online. The fact that I have very little indoor gardening experience leaves me feeling worried about a most beautiful plant that I have been looking forward to owning for approx. two years now.
HELP!
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Dear Vince,
Thank you for your care instructions for the Money Tree. I purchased one for my boss for his birthday a couple of years ago. I repotted it and it is huge. I would like to continue the braiding of the stock. Would you be so kind as to provide instructions on braiding. Also, it is getting really top heavy. Should I prune it back now? If so where on the branches should I prune.
I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for taking the time to respond.
Sincerely, Jeannie
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Hi Jeannie:
I do not have any instructions on braiding the money tree and I am not going to even try to suggest anything as I point blank do not know. Maybe a florist or someone in a greenhouse may be able to provide you with that kind of information.
Vince
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Good day! I have read the care of money trees that you have posted, however I'm still not sure of the toxicity of the plant. It states that the plant should not be eaten and that it is harmless because some plants are toxic, so is this plant dangerous to indoor animals such as cats or dogs? Please advise!
Marci
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Thank you for the information. My money tree was dropping leaves. I know what to do now. Thanks!
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My leaves have almost all fell off. I cant get it back to life what can I do? Also could my cat going in the pot and digginf be hurting it?
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I just bought a money tree and am wondering when and how to braid it. It looks like I need to maybe start directing the stems soon. Thank you!
Rhonda
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My money tree was doing so well until I over watered it. I think it sat in water for maybe up to 2 days. I then emptied the water and have been giving it little water since. There are only 3 stalks with leaves on then and the leaves are turning brown, but the stlks are still green. Can I save my tree???
Thanks for any advice!
Helen
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I have had my money tree for about two years and when I received it, the top of the braid was full of foliage. I did not know how to care for it at the time and as the leaves turned brown, I pulled them off. All of the leaves that were on the top of the braid are now gone and leaves are growing from the sides of the braid at the bottom. Someone told me that the leaves must grow from the top, is this true? The leaves that are growing out of the bottom of the braid and up the braid all look healthy. Is this okay?
Thanks for your help.
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i bought a money tree plant and its make an excellent addition
as far as looks in my bedroom. it receives alot of indirect morning sunlight from my bedroom windows. but, I wasnt sure of how much i should water her until I read this... thankyou and happy gardening.
Kelly
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I recently purchased a money tree. I was planning on repotting it into a grow pot with drain holes. Here is my problem: The base of the tree (top of the soil) has rocks on it, the rocks seem to be glewed together! I know that I can't water it effectively like this, and the pot doesn't have drain holes. I'm not sere how to get it out. Are there supposed to be rocks on top of the soil as well?
I would appreciate any help, I don't want my money tree to suffer!
Thanks,
Mary
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I have the same dilema. Have you received any advice?
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I have a year and half old money tree it looks great, but I would like to start braiding it further and was wonder the best way to do this. It was braided well when I received it, but I have since repotted it and it is growing very fast I have it in indirect light and have it in my patio are in Florida which seems to have a great effect on the the growth. How can I braid it with out breaking or injuring it? Please if any one knows let me know. I read some where to steak the limbs off in the desired direction and let t grow naturally before braiding it but I don't know if this is correct there are so many suggestions that contradict this. I love this tree and would like it to continue on its path and get larger but do not want to lose the braiding effect that is now has.
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Mary:
I recently purchased several plants, and some had gravel on the soil. The rocks are glued together with something like Elmers glue. You can water through the rocks, but can not determine the moisture content of the soil. If you wish to leave the plants in the original pots, break out about a one inch hole whereby you can touch the soil with your finger to test moister. Otherwise, just break out the gravel, and repot.
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