What is the reason for the black leaf edge of the money tree? How to grow the money tree well?

Money tree is very common in life. Because of its high ornamental value, many flower growers will keep two or three pots at home. However, they may encounter the problem of black leaf edges. So what is the reason for the black leaf edges of money tree? How can we grow money tree well? Let's take a look.

Why are the edges of the leaves of the money tree black?

1. Frostbite

It is said that the money tree is prone to frost damage when the temperature is below 20 degrees. If there are fewer black leaves, just pull out the diseased leaves and cut off the dead branches. I think it should not be a big problem to slowly recover. The money tree has a strong vitality.

2. Brown spot disease

Brown spot is the most common disease of the money tree. This disease is a fungal disease. The symptoms are round or oval purple-brown at the beginning and black in the later stage. Autumn and winter are the peak seasons. High temperature and humidity, insufficient light, poor ventilation, etc. are conducive to the occurrence of the disease. It can be solved by spraying carbendazim solution.

3. Pay attention to reasonable watering

Water it once a week. Be careful not to expose it to direct sunlight, but it must be exposed to light. I usually put it on the edge of the balcony, and it grows very lush when exposed to scattered light in the morning and evening.

How to grow money tree

1. Soil: Most plants need loose, fertile, and well-drained soil. Money tree is no exception. Money tree has strong drought resistance. Generally, the soil we use can be prepared with river sand + coal slag + garden soil + peat soil + perlite, which is slightly acidic. The cultivation soil made in this way is very suitable for the growth of money tree.

2. Watering: Money tree prefers a moist and dry environment. It is not advisable to water too frequently. Spray the plant with water every day to maintain the water demand. In the hot summer season, drought should be prevented. Spray the leaves with water twice a day to keep them moist. In the rainy season, water should be prevented from accumulating in the pot, which will cause root rot.

3. Fertilization: During the growing season of the money tree, you can give it a small amount of fertilizer to provide the nutritional needs of the growth period. Apply thin fertilizer every half a month, and the amount of fertilizer should not be too much. You can buy some special fertilizers for money trees in the flower market, which is more convenient.

4. Light: The suitable growth temperature of money tree is between 20℃-30℃, which is most suitable for its growth. Do not expose it to strong sunlight. It is best to keep it in a place with scattered light and ventilation. Do not place it in the dark for a long time, which will cause the leaves of the plant to turn yellow and is not conducive to growth.

5. Temperature: In winter, it should be placed in a warm and well-lit place indoors. Do not water it too frequently to prevent frost damage caused by low temperatures. You can spray water on the leaves during the warm noon to replenish moisture.

What should be paid attention to when caring for money tree

1. Due to the fact that the succulent money tree requires a lot of sunlight, it should be taken outdoors frequently during the maintenance process to bask in the sun to meet its need for sunlight during the growth process.

2. According to the characteristics of the succulent money tree that it is not tolerant to waterlogging, the soil required for planting should be well-drained slightly acidic soil. In addition, for brothers and sisters who use it as a potted plant, the pots of the potted plants should adhere to the standard of good permeability, and when watering, adhere to the principle of "don't water unless it is dry, and water thoroughly when you do."

3. Precautions for fertilization. Apply decomposed thin liquid fertilizer once a month, add a small amount of ferrous sulfate, this method can prevent the leaves of the succulent money tree from turning yellow. Fertilization is prohibited in winter, water less, and expose to more sunlight.

4. If you want a better substrate, it is recommended to change it every two years. It is best to choose late spring and early summer, around the end of June to early July.

5. Pay attention to pest control. The main pests and diseases of the succulent money tree are scale insects. It is recommended to spray 1000 times of 20% cypermethrin wettable powder, which has a good effect.