How to Deal with Root Rot and Yellowing Leaves on a Money Tree

Let the money tree become a bare trunk, then dig it out of the ground and place it in a semi-shaded spot to dry naturally for 1-2 days, so the trunk becomes soft and easy to bend. Braiding the money tree is very important and greatly affects its later growth; if you are not careful, yellowing leaves on the money tree can easily appear

The money tree, with its auspicious name alone, is already very popular among gardening friends. Just like that, the neighbor also came over to join in, telling Mr. Hua that the money tree he grows has never had yellow leaves or root rot. Mr. Hua asked him for his method, and he smiled and said that by paying attention to two points during care, the money tree can grow well.

2 commonly used methods:

1. Braiding and shaping the money tree

When the money tree grows to about 2 m, cut off the upper part at around 1.2-1.5 m to make the money tree a bare trunk, then dig it out of the ground and place it in a semi-shaded spot to dry naturally for 1-2 days, so the trunk becomes soft and easy to bend. Then, use rope to tie together the bases of several money tree plants of the same thickness and height, braid the money tree stems into a braid shape, lay them down on the ground, and use heavy objects such as stones or iron blocks to press them firmly so they hold their shape, then use iron wire to tie them tightly and fix them into an upright braided form.

At this point, he said, move the money tree into a pot, then add phosphorus and potassium fertilizer to make the stems grow thick and strong, with the braid full and neat and uniform, and then the money tree can grow naturally and send out branches and leaves.

Braiding the money tree is very important and greatly affects its later growth; if you are not careful, yellow leaves can easily appear, followed by root rot, which is hard to save.

2. Repotting

The money tree's root system is not well developed, so it is recommended to use a small pot; a large pot increases water retention capacity, which increases the chance of root rot in the money tree.

It is recommended that gardening friends control watering for 1-2 weeks before repotting, as this makes it easier to remove the plant from the pot. When repotting, be careful to keep the root ball from breaking apart as much as possible, and the new soil must be loose, breathable, well-draining, and fertile sandy soil.

When he changes the soil for the money tree, he always puts a tile piece or window screen at the bottom of the new pot to block the drainage hole, mainly to prevent soil loss. Then he takes the money tree out of the pot and places it directly into the new pot, determining the height position according to the money tree's original height, using the original soil height as the standard height, and the added soil should not be higher than the original soil. Gardening friends should note that when filling with soil, there must be no gaps, otherwise it is prone to water soaking and leakage.

After repotting, place the money tree in a semi-shaded, ventilated spot, and after watering thoroughly for the first time, switch to normal care.

Those who grow money trees at home and do not know how to braid or change the soil can follow the method, since this is how the money tree has always been grown, and no yellow leaves or root rot have ever been seen.