🌿 Money Plant Care Tips: Grow Lush, Healthy Vines Year-Round

The money plant (Epipremnum aureum), also known as Pothos or Devil’s Ivy, is one of the easiest and most rewarding indoor plants to grow. With minimal care, it can reward you with lush green foliage, trailing vines, and even cleaner indoor air. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced plant parent, these care tips will help you grow a thriving money plant at home.

1. Light Requirements

Money plants grow well in bright, indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight for long hours can burn the leaves, while too little light can slow growth.

💡 Pro Tip: In low-light conditions, choose the jade-green variety as variegated types may lose their patterns.

2. Watering

Water only when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry to touch. Overwatering is the most common reason for plant decline.
💡 In summer: Water 3–4 times a week (or daily in very hot climates).
💡 In winter: Reduce to once a week.

3. Soil & Potting

Money plants are adaptable, but they thrive best in a well-draining, nutrient-rich soil mix. Poor drainage can quickly lead to root rot, one of the most common causes of plant death.

Recommended Mix:

• 40% garden soil – for structure and natural minerals.
• 30% organic compost or vermicompost – for nutrients.
• 30% coco peat or perlite – for aeration and moisture control.

💡 Pro Tips: Always use pots with drainage holes to prevent waterlogging. For indoor plants, go for lightweight ceramic or plastic pots to make moving easier. Every 12–18 months, repot your money plant into a slightly larger container to give roots more room to grow.

4. Fertilization

While money plants are hardy and can survive without frequent feeding, regular fertilization during the growing season will encourage lush, vibrant leaves.

Fertilizing Schedule:

• Spring & Summer (active growth): Use a balanced NPK liquid fertilizer (like 10:10:10) every 3–4 weeks.
• Monsoon: Reduce frequency to once every 6 weeks.
• Winter (dormant period): Stop or fertilize only once in 2 months.

💡 Pro Tips: Always water the plant before applying fertilizer to prevent root burn. Occasionally feed with homemade organic options like banana peel fertilizer, diluted cow dung slurry, or seaweed extract for healthier foliage. Yellowing leaves despite good watering? It could be nutrient deficiency—resume feeding.

5. Pruning & Training

Pruning is not just about keeping the plant tidy—it’s a way to stimulate fresh growth and control the shape.

How to Prune:

• Use clean, sharp scissors or pruners.
• Cut just above a node (the small bump where leaves grow) to encourage new branches.
• Remove yellowing, dead, or damaged leaves to keep the plant healthy.

Training Ideas:

• Moss Poles: Encourage larger leaves and a vertical growth habit.
• Trellises: Create a decorative climbing display.
• Hanging Baskets: Let the vines trail beautifully for a cascading effect.

💡 Pro Tips: Regular pruning every 2–3 months will make your plant bushier and denser. If your plant looks “leggy” (long stems with few leaves), cut back by 1/3 and place it in brighter light. Root the cuttings in water or soil to create new plants for free.

7. Common Problems & Solutions

🌟 Extra Care Tips Box

✅ Rotate your plant every month to ensure even growth.
✅ Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to keep them dust-free.
✅ If growing in water, change water every 7–10 days.
✅ Add a moss stick for larger, heartier leaves.

🌱 How to Choose the Best Money Plant from a Nursery

When buying a money plant, check for:

• Healthy, firm leaves without yellow spots.
• No visible pests like mealybugs or spider mites.
• Strong root system (if possible, check pot drainage holes).
• Vibrant leaf color and consistent variegation.

🏆 Why Buy Your Money Plant from Greenways Nursery?

At Greenways Nursery, every plant is:

• Pest-free and nutrient-rich from day one.
• Nurtured with organic fertilizers and proper light cycles.
• Available in multiple rare varieties.
• Checked for root health and leaf quality before sale.

When you buy from us, you get a thriving plant, not just a pot with leaves.

Fun Facts About Money Plant

• In many cultures, it’s believed to bring wealth and good luck.
• Can be grown in soil or water with equal ease.
• NASA includes it in its list of air-purifying plants.

📊 Money Plant Quick Facts Table

❓ FAQ – Money Plant Care

Q1. Can money plants survive only in water?
Yes, but they grow faster and larger in soil.

Q2. Which variety is best for gifting?
Golden and Marble Queen varieties are most popular for gifting.

Q3. Can money plants grow in low light?
Yes, but growth will be slower and leaves smaller.

Q4. How do I make my money plant bushy?
Prune regularly and provide a moss pole for climbing.