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Katelyn

Okay, so my money tree is quite the spectacle at this point. The trunks are still the size of a small baby money tree—cute, tiny, and beginner-level trunks. However, the leaves are growing all the way up to 5 feet, as if she’s reaching for the heavens 😭💀 She resembles a tiny tree adorned in a gigantic leafy gown. The proportions are completely off. And here’s the drama: I keep telling my mom that she needs much more light, but she absolutely refuses to move her 😩 Meanwhile, the poor thing is stretching so hard that she’s practically doing yoga to reach the window 😂 Can someone PLEASE advise me on what to do before this tree becomes a floppy, top-heavy mess? Any money tree experts, please help a girl out 🙏🌿💸

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  1. Jessica

    Get a grow light that attaches to the pot? No need to move it and more light.

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  2. Sharon

    You can also trim the top of the plant, and new leaves should sprout closer to the base

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  3. Nunyabzwx

    I've got the same problem with my money tree... i think they need their own growlight like the other person said.

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  4. Steve Lents

    Yes. Trim it back and get a good grow light

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  5. Deb

    I’ve read that they need bright indirect light.

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