How to Water a Money Tree and How Often to Water It

The money tree is also called the money plant, and together with the kumquat tree and the lucky money tree it is known as one of the “Three Luck-Bringing Plants,” and is deeply loved and sought after by everyone. Many people like to grow money trees in their shops, companies, or homes, but do not understand how to grow them. In fact, how to water a money tree is very important.

How to Water a Money Tree

The same pot of money tree will have somewhat different watering times in different seasons. In spring, when humidity is high and the temperature is low, the plant is in its growth stage, the water in the potting soil decreases slowly, and the watering interval is relatively longer; in summer, when humidity is low and the temperature is high, the plant grows vigorously, the water in the potting soil decreases quickly, and the watering interval is relatively shorter. Within the same season, there will also be differences between indoor and outdoor conditions due to temperature differences: outdoor watering intervals are shorter, while indoor watering intervals are longer. For the same plant during its growth period and dormancy, the water in the potting soil also differs, and the potting soil dries faster during the growing season than during dormancy. Therefore, it is very difficult to give a definite answer about how many days to water. The above factors are greatly related to the water in the potting soil: when water decreases quickly, the potting soil dries quickly and watering must be done quickly, so checking the potting soil to decide when to water is the most effective watering method.

When watering a money tree, if the surface soil of the pot looks whitish or has cracks, it means the potting soil is dry and it is time to water; if the surface soil of the pot feels moist, it means the potting soil is still very wet and should not be watered, as watering then can easily cause root rot and death. This makes it easy to judge the watering time, and after watering it is less likely to cause root rot. This watering method is relatively practical and not likely to cause problems of root rot from watering.

How Often to Water a Money Tree

How often to water a money tree is very hard to answer correctly, mainly because many factors determine watering, such as the looseness of the potting soil, the position of the pot, climate conditions, different seasons, the size of the pot, the strength of the plant, and different growing seasons, all of which affect the watering time.

Ecological Habits of the Money Tree

It likes warm, hot, slightly dry, semi-shaded environments with small changes in average annual temperature, and is suitable for growing at 20°C to 32°C. During the growing period, watering should follow “do not water until dry, and when watering, water thoroughly.” It is relatively drought-tolerant, but afraid of cold, avoids strong direct sunlight, and fears heavy, sticky soil and water accumulation in the potting soil. If the potting soil has poor permeability, it can easily cause its tubers to rot.

It requires loose, fertile soil that drains well, is rich in organic matter, and is acidic to slightly acidic. It has strong sprouting ability; after cutting off the large pinnate compound leaves, new leaves will quickly sprout from the top of its tubers.

Money Tree Growing Methods and Precautions

1. Soil: The money tree is tolerant of drought and poor soil, and also tolerates low humidity, saline-alkali land, and short-term waterlogging. It has a deep root system, strong roots, strong sprouting ability, moderate growth speed, slower when young and gradually faster later, and wide adaptability, so its soil requirements are relatively flexible. Slightly acidic and alkaline soils can be used for growing it, and calcareous soil gives the best results.

2. Watering method: The money tree tolerates drought and short-term waterlogging, and can be watered twice a week. Watering should not be too frequent, especially in winter, when water must be strictly controlled to ensure it safely overwinters. When summer temperatures are high, the number of waterings can be increased, but the amount must not be too large, and water accumulation in the pot is strictly prohibited.

3. Light and temperature: The money tree is a sun-loving tree species that likes light and is slightly tolerant of semi-shade. It can be placed in a ventilated spot for growing. Its optimal growing temperature is 15°C-25°C. In summer, avoid strong direct light, water once every 3-5 days, and spray the leaves. In winter, the growing environment for the money tree must not be lower than 5°C, otherwise it will cause the money tree to drop leaves.

Through the above content, I believe everyone has a deeper understanding of money tree care techniques. If fertilizer and water are unreasonable, most plants can easily wither or die. The amount of water each plant needs is different, so when growing plants, everyone must understand their growth habits and water requirements.