Care Level: I'm Easy
Pet Friendly: Yes
Origins: Grown in the USA. Native to the wetlands in Central and South America.
Fun Facts: Became very popul...
Became very popular in Taiwan in the 1980’s.
Are you starting a new business or need a little more in the bank account? The Money Trees are legendary for inspiring prosperity and resources. It's not just a plant; it's a symbol of financial growth. Consider gifting a Money Tree to someone starting their career or a new venture as a thoughtful and meaningful present. Alternatively, keep one around for motivation and positive energy. Whether you opt for a tall money tree or a compact indoor plant, the symbolism remains powerful—they are believed to bring financial luck and abundance.
Care Level: I'm Easy
Pet Friendly: Yes
Origins: Grown in the USA. Native to the wetlands in Central and South America.
Fun Facts: Became very popul...
Became very popular in Taiwan in the 1980’s.
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Bright, indirect light to filtered sun.
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Enjoys moderate to high levels of humidity. Spritz occasionally.
Ideally, the Money Tree likes the room temperature at 72°F. They handle warmth rather than cold so keep them away from cold drafts.
Outside: Grow in morning light, partial shade (4-6 hours) where nights are above 45°F.
Indoors: The Money Tree prefers bright, indirect light for at least six hours in a southern, eastern and western windows.
Fertilize bimonthly during their growing period. Use a balanced liquid fertilizer at 1/2 strength. Reduce during the fall and winter months while the plant is in their dormant phase and refrain from watering as much so they can rest.
When receiving the plant, do not repot immediately but wait at least 6-12 months or if the roots are beginning to get crowded and growing through the drainage holes.
Repot in the spring, using a 2" bigger pot to keep the roots drier. (Too big of a pot could cause the soil to dry slower, which is not helpful.) Use a well-draining indoor potting mix with perlite to help with drainage. Water your plant in the old pot before transferring over and let sit an hour. Place a piece of screening at the bottom of the container over the drainage hole to secure the soil and allow to drain.
Add soil to the bottom to elevate the root ball. Lift the plant and release the roots against the existing planter. Use a clean knife or garden trowel to wedge between the pot and the soil to loosen. Inspect the root ball. Notice if there are any dead or rotting roots and trim off with sterile pruners. If the plant is rootbound, cut through the roots to alleviate continued encircling. Ensure the plant is sitting about 1" below the edge of the pot to avoid water spillage. Add more soil and backfill around the sides by tamping down. Fill up to the soil line but not over. Water thoroughly, leaving the soil damp but not soggy. If settling occurs, add more soil.
Prune the leaves to stimulate new growth by cutting in front of a leaf node. Trim off any dead or damaged stems to keep them healthy.
Stem Cutting: In early summer, take a stem cutting, use sharp pruners to remove a cutting from a tip off the vine. Cut at least 4-6 inches of stem to propagate. Place in a vase with water to root. Change the water each week with filtered, bottled, or tap water sitting at least 24 hours. After 3-4 weeks, check to make sure the stem has 1-2 inch, well-formed roots. If so, it is time to plant. *Fill a small container with drainage holes (too large of a container for the cutting will make it challenging to regulate watering needs) using an indoor well-draining potting mix. Mix a little rooting hormone into the soil. Poke a hole in the soil with a pencil. Then, place the cutting in the hole and tamp the soil down around them. Water the plant and keep them in medium to bright indirect sunlight. After 4-6 weeks, the roots should establish.
Money Trees are said to inspire prosperity and bring in financial luck! While this may not always be the case, we think these plants are also great starters for new plant owners!
Put your Money Tree somewhere with bright, indirect light to keep them happiest! Make sure they don't sit in direct light or you may notice the leaves start to burn.
Yes! Our only word of caution is to make sure to not over water, as root rot is one of the most common way new plant owners will go awry with a Money Tree!
The size of a Money Tree (Pachira aquatica) can vary depending on its age and growing conditions. In general, when grown as a houseplant, Money Trees can reach a height of 6 to 8 feet (approximately 1.8 to 2.4 meters) if they are allowed to grow to their full potential over several years. However, you can easily maintain a smaller Money Tree by pruning it or keeping it in a smaller pot, which will limit its growth. The size of your Money Tree can be controlled to suit your space and preferences.
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