How to care for a money tree so its roots don't rot and its leaves stay glossy green

Money tree (Pachira aquatica). The money tree has a very auspicious meaning, symbolizing bringing in wealth and good fortune, but money trees often suffer from root rot and yellow leaves. Root rot in money trees is caused by too much water, because the thing a money tree fears most is waterlogging. For a hydroponically grown money tree, do not completely submerge the roots, because the roots of a money tree can still breathe. If a hydroponic money tree gets root rot, check whether your water level is too high.

Money trees grown in soil also often get root rot. When we water, we must remember to water thoroughly only after the soil has dried out. Sometimes the surface is dry, but that does not mean the inside is dry too. Watering over a long period can certainly lead to root rot. We can also use a chopstick to check whether the soil inside needs watering. If the chopstick is dry, that means it needs water; if it is wet, then it does not.

Summer is the peak growing season for money trees. For hydroponic ones, you can add a few drops of organic nutrient solution to the water, which will make the leaves even more glossy green. In hot weather, spray water on the leaves. As for the size of the money tree's pot, a pot with a diameter of 20 to 30 cm is suitable. With a disposable cup, three cups of water will do. If it is 20 cm, two cups of water is enough. Good ventilation.