The money tree is not hardy and cannot tolerate even slightly sub-zero temperatures. You therefore have to overwinter it frost-free. Only if you care for it properly in winter and place it in a favorable location will it reward you with abundant flowers the following year.
How do I properly overwinter a money tree?
To overwinter a money tree successfully, place it in a bright, cool place with temperatures between 11 and 13 degrees. Reduce watering and avoid fertilizing during the winter break from mid-October to early March to ensure abundant blooms next year.
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 wintering temperatures are between 11 and 13 degrees. It shouldn't be cooler than 5 or 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 winter garden
Properly care for the money tree in winter
In addition to cooler temperatures, you need to ensure proper care. During the rest period from mid-October to early March, water the money tree even less than in summer. Give just enough water to prevent the roots from drying out completely.
You are not allowed to fertilize the money tree in winter. Otherwise there is a risk that it will lose leaves and branches and die.
That's why the temperature difference is so important
The temperature difference between summer and winter plays a big role when caring for a money tree. Only if this is clear will the flowering of the money tree be stimulated.
If the plant were kept at constant temperatures all year round, flowering would almost or completely stop.
Tip
After you take the money tree out of winter break, check whether the old pot is still sufficient. If you don't have to repot it, shake off the old soil and give it fresh substrate.
