Money Tree Is Losing Leaves

Question

My money tree – about 5 yrs old has been losing leaves since I repotted it last summer. It is in a north-facing window with access to grow lights at night. What have I done wrong? can you help me save it?

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Answer 1

Is it in the same place it was before repotting? If not, consider moving it back. They do not like to be moved. It may be getting too much or not enough water. Let the soil dry out between watering. It may be in a pot too large for the rootball. This can cause overwatering because of the excess soil. The container should be only slightly larger than the rootball.

Check the undersides of leaves for pests such as aphids. If you see any webbing, it could be spider mites. Mealybugs can be a problem, too. Spraying with Neem oil should take of pests.

When you repotted, did you use a potting mix for succulents and cacti? It needs a peat based, well draining potting mix. If you didn't, add some perlite to the top of the soil and lightly work in. It will eventually work its way down when watering. If it has not been fertilized in the last six months, go ahead and give it a houseplant fertilizer, following directions.

These articles should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/pachira-money-tree/growing-money-tree-houseplant.htm

https://sites.psu.edu/forloveofchlorophyll/2018/01/23/pachira-aquatica/