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how to care for a bonsai money tree?

i would like to know how to prune & braid my new bonsai tree

The money tree (pachira macrocarpa) is a tropical plant, and grows well outdoors in a humid and warm climate. I live in New England, though, and so my money trees are indoor plants. They’re hardy and easy care nonetheless, so long as you can provide a temperature above 65 degrees and lots of humidity. I keep my indoor temperature set to 66 all winter, and my trees do very well. As for humidity, I keep a tray beneath the pot with plenty of water, and that does the trick for me.

Here are some helpful tips for your money tree care:

1. Make sure the soil is loose. Typical bonsai soil, which many garden centers are carrying in stock, will work. So will a cactus soil. Simply mixing some perlite in with your general purpose potting soil will suffice, also.

2. Water your money tree only when the soil is completely dry.

3. Mist the top and all of the leaves at least weekly, although twice a week is better. This will encourage the growth of new leaves.

4. A diluted plant food can be fed to your money tree once a month. I use a fish meal fertilizer at half strength.

5. Water only when the leaves are droopy and look tired, as this is a sign of thirst. When the leaves turn brown and droop, this is a sign you have watered too much.

6. Regular pruning and trimming of larger leaves and stems will encourage new growth and help keep the leaves on your tree smaller. The desired result is a canopy effect that is somewhat triangular in shape.

If you follow these simple instructions, your money tree will thrive. The pachira macrocarpa is used often in feng shui application as it is believed to introduce positive energy (chi) into its environment, and bring fortune and good luck to those who care for them. At the very least, it is an attractive addition to your bonsai collection.

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