Q.My Monkey Tree Is 27 Inches Tall And The Base Of The Trunk Is Turning Brown As Well As On Some Limbs. Suggestions
I have been consistent in the watering of the tree and the browning has occurred during the 90 to 95 Ga. heat. Should I be concerned? Thanks
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Unfortunately, your photo did not come through. I cannot address the issue with certainty. I can take an educated guess, though.
If the top 2 or 3 inches of the soil is not completely dry when you water, then I suspect overwatering and infection has taken hold.
You will, likely, need a fungicide. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
Make sure to test the soil and make sure that it has sufficient time to dry out between waterings. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-moisture-in-plants.htm
Here is an article for more information on the care of the tree:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/pachira-money-tree/growing-money-tree-houseplant.htm