Why doesn't the money tree bloom?

Money tree - flowering: when does it start and how much care is needed. Why does the fat woman not bloom?

There is an opinion among the people that a money tree in a house is for material well-being, and if it also blooms, then prosperity and wealth will settle in this house for a long time. "Money tree" or "Fatty Tree" is grown by many, since the plant does not require much attention to itself, but it always looks great. This non-capricious indoor flower is distinguished by small glossy fleshy leaves resembling coins and is an adornment of any interior. True, the plant does not please many with its flowering. To do this, you need to know all the secrets of care and cultivation in order to create all favorable conditions for the plant.

The flower has not only decorative qualities, but also healing properties. The fat woman releases into the surrounding space many useful substances that can positively affect the general condition of a person and health in general. The money tree will become a real home doctor only with proper care.

How to make the money tree bloom?

How to make the money tree bloom?

A blossoming money tree is a great rarity and a pleasant surprise. Many would like to see their pet blooming, but for this it is necessary to observe some important points. In general, the plant is considered unpretentious and even patient. It grows very quickly and is easy to grow, but the flowering period is very rare. Here, the owner of the houseplant will have to be patient.

The tree fat woman is widespread in the countries of South Africa. The plant feels so great in its native conditions that it is easy to find it in the wild in a flowering state. The money tree feels favorable, being in bright sunlight and high air temperatures most of the day. The growth and development of the entire plant depends on a sufficient amount of light and heat. An excess of light and direct rays of the sun are undesirable and even dangerous. The short daylight hours, which are common in many regions with the arrival of the autumn-winter season, also negatively affect the development of the fat woman. When growing at home, it is necessary to choose a windowsill for the plant with the correct lighting, without the danger of sunburn.

Indoor flower care begins with planting it. For a money tree, the composition of the soil does not really matter. It takes root in any soil and multiplies in any way. The shoot, the top of the shoot, and even an ordinary leaf, when it gets into the soil or water, take root very quickly, grow intensively and feel good in a new place. The correct planting is the first step towards the beginning of the long-awaited flowering. But there are other simple, but mandatory procedures.

Money tree care rules

Money tree care rules

Temperature

The houseplant is very fond of fresh air, but negatively affects the sharp change in temperature. Therefore, it is better to “walk” on the balcony or on the street in the warm season, when the difference in temperature in the room and in the air is minimal.In the warm months, the fat woman loves temperatures from 20 to 25 degrees, and during the rest period (in winter) - from 10 to 15 degrees.

Watering

Although the fat woman belongs to the moisture-loving representatives, the excess moisture in the soil will only harm him. Firstly, with an excess of water, growth and development may slow down, and secondly, rotting of the root part of the plant is possible. It is best to water the flower after the topsoil has dried about one centimeter deep. The volume of irrigation water is moderate, but at the beginning of flowering, the amount of water during irrigation must be increased. It is important to use water at room temperature for water procedures.

Top dressing and fertilizers

The money tree has a positive attitude towards regular fertilizing, which can be applied to the soil once or even twice a month. Since the flower belongs to plants - succulents (such as, for example, a cactus), it is better to use fertilizers such as are intended for feeding cacti.

Transfer

The fat woman is a fast-growing plant that needs a timely transplant as it increases in growth and volume.

The fat woman is a fast-growing plant that needs timely transplantation as it increases in growth and volume. To choose the right new flower pot, you need to focus on the top of the plant. Its volumes are the approximate volume of the pot. It is important when transplanting not to violate the integrity of the root part. It is better to transplant the plants together with the earthy clod or most of it. The new soil mixture must be of the same composition as the old one.

Trunk formation

Experienced growers believe that the development of the stem also affects the onset of flowering of the bastard and recommend cutting off the top of the plant, which has reached a height of about 30 centimeters. This will contribute to better rooting of the tree, the appearance of new buds and the formation of a beautiful crown and a strong trunk.

Daily plant care to promote flowering

The money tree may not bloom for a long time, even for several years, but this does not mean, but it will never bloom. It is necessary to repeat daily simple rules of care that will bring this long-awaited period closer:

  • Airing the room containing the plant. The fat woman is very fond of fresh air.
  • Timely disposal of the flower from dried, withered and old leaves.
  • Using a support or garter for the fast growing stem and shoots.
  • Regular wet wiping of the sheet part. Even an imperceptible layer of dust prevents the plant from breathing and fully developing.

Details about caring for the money tree

Flowering money tree

Flowering money tree

Not everyone was lucky enough to see and admire this rare and long-awaited event. Houseplant owners probably know from books, magazines and the Internet what this beauty looks like, but everyone wants to have a flowering tree in their home.

The tree-like fat woman blooms with small white flowers, similar to small stars, which cover individual shoots or the whole plant at once. In other species of this plant, flowering is distinguished by yellow or pink shades of flowers. After waiting for the fat woman to begin this charming period, you can add to the blooming beauty of money coins and multi-colored ribbons, which will complete the symbolic image of wealth and prosperity.

Fat woman or money tree How to make it bloom? (video)

15 comments
  1. Konstantin
    November 2, 2017 at 12:06 PM

    Guys, with all due respect. Age is the main factor. Crassula begins to bloom from 5 years minimum.

    • lyudmila
      November 30, 2018 at 06:48 PM Konstantin

      mine started in 2.5 years

  2. Tatyana
    December 14, 2017 at 10:43 PM

    My "money" tree has bloomed

  3. Eve
    January 28, 2018 at 03:52 PM

    My fat woman is 6 months old. Flowers appeared)

    • Anatoly
      January 29, 2018 at 01:42 PM Eve

      How did you make it bloom, the very beginning?

    • Love
      February 11, 2018 at 12:14 PM Eve

      Eva, how did you manage it) in what conditions do you keep the plant?

  4. Olga
    April 22, 2018 at 07:01 AM

    My tree is 3 years old, bloomed for the first time, flowers are pink.

  5. Suzanne
    May 25, 2018 at 03:31 PM

    My tree is very small, but it has bloomed twice already. The first time I cut the flowering, but then it did not grow for a long time. What to do with the flowering after? I wonder why I have a red color?

    • Anonymous
      July 31, 2018 at 10:29 PM Suzanne

      Flowers of great color - this is normal, just very rare

  6. Sveta
    June 18, 2018 at 07:06 PM

    Our flower is full 7 years old and does not even think to bloom!

  7. Irina
    August 7, 2018 at 02:40 PM

    I live in the apartment where the former mother-in-law of my new husband lived. She left her money tree, and I looked after it, it grew big, but I don't have much money. Can mother-in-law give her a flower?

  8. Ainura
    January 8, 2019 at 02:52 PM

    The money tree blossomed. We are very happy

  9. Raisa
    February 4, 2019 at 01:28 AM

    My trees (there are three trees) are already 9 years old, and they have not bloomed yet.

  10. Ludmila
    December 5, 2020 at 09:26 PM

    My 1st tree is about 30 years old, it never bloomed, and my baby - 2-3 years old - bloomed !!! I was even scared 🙂

    • Ludmila
      December 5, 2020 at 11:05 PM Ludmila

      It's a miracle 🙂

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