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Sagging Money Tree

Steven morgan 61Steven morgan 61 Posts: 4
in Problem solving
Any tips to save my money tree, the leaves are falling off by the handful and it is looking very sad and unhealthy at the moment. It was ok week ago. 

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  • B3B3 Posts: 27,505
    Too much or too little water. Both can cause this.
    How does the compost feel?
    In London. Keen but lazy.
  • Steven morgan 61Steven morgan 61 Posts: 4
    It's dry at the top inch or so then damp but not wet, we don't water that often as heard this can cause issues. How do you know whats enough or not? 
  • B3B3 Posts: 27,505
    Is there drainage at the bottom of the container?
    In London. Keen but lazy.
  • Steven morgan 61Steven morgan 61 Posts: 4
    No drainage as it sits on a table in the pot. 
  • B3B3 Posts: 27,505
    Theres probably a load of water in the bottom then.
    In London. Keen but lazy.
  • Steven morgan 61Steven morgan 61 Posts: 4
    Ok thanks I'll check it out. 
  • Bee witchedBee witched Posts: 1,295
    Hi @Steven morgan61,

    The other issue I think you might have there is lack of light.
    The large gaps between leaves might indicate the plant is stretching and looking for more light ... so try moving it to a brighter position if you can.

    You could cut off any stringy bits and use them as cuttings.

    Bee x
    Gardener and beekeeper in beautiful Scottish Borders  

    A single bee creates just one twelfth of a teaspoon of honey in her lifetime
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