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How often to water a money tree
Pachira glabra
Spring–autumn 7 days
Winter 11 days
In a bright room, water your money tree about every 7 days from spring to autumn and every 11 days in winter. Check that the top of the soil is dry first.
By season and light
| Season | Bright spot | Lower light |
|---|---|---|
| Spring to autumn (Apr–Oct) | every 7 days | every 9 days |
| November and March | every 9 days | every 11 days |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | every 11 days | every 14 days |
These are the starting intervals Trellis uses when you add a money tree. Growth slows in winter, so the interval is stretched 1.5× in Dec–Feb and 1.25× in November and March, and 1.3× in lower light (seasons are flipped in the Southern Hemisphere). Pot size and room temperature change things, so adjust to how fast the soil dries.
Where to put it
Bright room (behind a sheer curtain)
Bright indoor light, like behind a sheer curtain
Seasonal notes
Winter
- In winter, wait 2–3 days after the soil dries before watering
Tips for your money tree
- Drooping leaves usually mean it is thirsty
- A thick trunk stores water — it forgives a missed day
- Water when the top soil is dry, until it drains out the bottom
- Brown leaf tips? Check whether an AC vent blows on it
Trellis
Add your money tree and Trellis reminds you on watering day
- Starts at every 7 days. You can change it any time
- Invite family and see who watered what (free)
- Keep growth photos and share them as cards
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