The money tree is not hardy and does not even tolerate slightly sub-zero temperatures. You must therefore overwinter it frost-free. Only if you take good care of it in winter and put it in a good spot will it reward you with a rich bloom the following year.

The money tree should be a little cooler in winter

The right place to overwinter the money tree

The money tree needs a lot of light in winter. The temperatures must be significantly cooler than in summer. The ideal winter temperatures are between 11 and 13 degrees. It should not be cooler than 5 and warmer than 16 degrees at the location.

Suitable places to spend the winter are:

  • bright hallway window
  • bright entrance area
  • bedroom window
  • cool greenhouse
  • unheated conservatory

Caring for money tree properly in winter

In addition to cooler temperatures, you need to ensure proper care. During the dormant period from mid-October to early March, water the money tree even less than in summer. Water just enough to keep the roots from drying out completely.

You must not fertilize the money tree in winter. Otherwise there is a risk that it will lose leaves and branches and die.

That is why the temperature difference is so important

The temperature difference between summer and winter plays a big role when caring for a money tree. The flowering of the money tree is only stimulated if this is clear.

If the plant were kept at the same temperature all year round, it would almost or completely not flower.

tips

After getting the money tree out of winter break, check if the old pot still suffices. If you don't need to repot it, shake off the old soil and give it fresh substrate.

Category:

Vegetable garden