The money tree (scientific name: zamioculcas zamiifolia), also known as the gold coin tree and snow iron taro, is a common indoor ornamental plant. When the money tree grows to a certain extent, it needs to be repotted to provide more space and nutrients for growth. Here's the right way to repot a money tree:
Prepare new pots: Choose flower pots of the right size and good air permeability, such as clay pots and clay pots. The diameter of the new pot can be 5-10 cm larger than the old pot.
Depotting: Before repotting, stop watering for about a week to allow the soil to dry out so that it is easier to depot. Remove the money tree from the old pot, taking care not to damage the root system.
Prune the root system: Inspect the root system of the money tree and prune off rotten, dead, and excessively long root systems. This promotes the growth of new roots and increases the plant's adaptability.
Prepare new soil: Money trees prefer well-drained, organic-rich soils. It can be prepared by mixing peat soil, perlite, river sand and other materials. When formulating the soil, the right amount of organic fertilizer can be added to provide the nutrients needed for growth.
Transplanting: Place the money tree in a new pot and fill it with new soil while making sure the root system is in full contact with the soil. During the filling process, the plant can be gently lifted so that the root system stretches out.
Watering: After changing the pot, water once to make the soil tightly bound to the root system. After that, the plants are placed in a cool and ventilated place, away from direct sunlight, to allow the money tree to gradually adapt to its new environment.
Maintenance: In a period of time after repotting, the growth of the money tree should be carefully observed, and adverse reactions such as yellowing and wilting of the leaves should be taken in time. After returning to normal maintenance, money trees need adequate light and proper water and fertilizer management to maintain good growth status.