Money Tree Care Methods and Precautions

From an aesthetic point of view, the leaves of the Money Tree (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) look especially like strings of coins, making it particularly suitable for placing on office desks and in studies. I wonder how much everyone knows about the cultivation methods and precautions for the Money Tree. Today I will tell you how to grow the Money Tree so it thrives.

I. Caring for the Money Tree

1. Fertilizing

The Money Tree is relatively fond of fertilizer. In addition to adding an appropriate amount of fertilizer when planting, it can be fertilized once a month during the growing season. However, it should not be fertilized in winter, to avoid fertilizer damage to the roots under low-temperature conditions.

2. Watering Precautions

Money Tree after being sprayed with water

The Money Tree is fairly drought-tolerant, so water it only when the soil looks dry. The watering principles for different seasons are: in winter, water once every half month; in spring and autumn, water once a week; in summer, water once every 3 days (you can also spray water instead of watering, especially during the severe cold of winter). Do not use too much water each time, because excess water can also affect the normal growth of the Money Tree and, in serious cases, may cause the roots to rot and the plant to die. In addition, the potting soil for growing the Money Tree must not be overly moist; it is better to keep it on the dry side, as overly wet potting soil can also easily cause the plant's root system to rot.

3. Pest and Disease Control

For pest and disease control in Money Tree cultivation, for routine sterilization and disinfection and to prevent bulb rot, brown spot disease, etc., you can alternately use thiophanate-methyl suspension concentrate at 1500 times dilution and Ridomil at 1000 times dilution. When the Money Tree grows in an environment with poor ventilation and insufficient light, its leaves are more likely to be harmed by scale insects; you can use 20% buprofezin wettable powder at 1000 times dilution as a spray to eliminate the pests.

II. Precautions for Growing the Money Tree

1. At noon or in late spring and early summer when the sky clears after a long period of rain, pay attention to sun protection and provide the plant with appropriate shading.

2. In winter, the potting soil must not be too moist; otherwise, under low-temperature conditions, it will cause the plant's root system to rot, so it is better to keep it on the dry side.

3. When the temperature is below 15 degrees, all forms of fertilizing must be stopped; otherwise, under low-temperature conditions, the fertilizer will harm the roots and stems.

4. During especially severe cold in winter, pay attention to protecting the plant from the cold. At night, you can put double-layer plastic bags over the plant, and when the temperature rises again, remove the plastic bags.

5. In summer, listen to the weather forecast promptly and prepare early to shade the plant.

III. The Money Tree's Impact on the Home Environment

Placing a Money Tree in a living room or office can bring a scene full of vitality, add pleasure to our lives and work, bring us a fresh and natural feeling, and have a very positive impact on people's physical and mental health. The Money Tree can purify the air, and its effect in removing indoor cooking fumes and odors is very obvious. The living room is a place for entertaining guests and gathering with friends. Placing a plant like the Money Tree, which carries the meaning of bringing in wealth and prosperity, can attract wealth. Especially if it can be placed in the home's wealth position, the effect will be even better, particularly a Money Tree with large leaves. It is worth noting that the Money Tree placed in the living room is best grown in soil rather than as a hydroponic Money Tree, and when the plant becomes diseased or withers, it should be replaced in time.

The Money Tree, while absorbing carbon dioxide, releases oxygen and increases the concentration of negative ions in indoor air. The Money Tree can even absorb dust that is difficult for even a vacuum cleaner to pick up. More importantly, the Money Tree can absorb harmful gases such as formaldehyde, benzene series compounds, and carbon dioxide, and kill bacteria in the air.

Through the above introduction, we have made clear that the Money Tree is a very famous feng shui plant. Many green plants have a beautifying effect on the home, purifying the air and decorating the household. The Money Tree is in no way inferior in these respects, and its effects are very obvious.