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HydroCare plants are planted in hydrogranules instead of using soil.
Hydrogranules are manufactured from clay pellets that are baked at high temperatures to make them expand, a process a bit like making popcorn.
The open structure of the hydrogranules allows water and nutrients to be stored and released, creating the optimum conditions for indoor plants to thrive as well as simplifying maintenance requirements.
Feeling the Burn! Even plants suffer sunburn, symptoms include white dried areas on the leaves. Your plant will thank you for some more shade.
A new leaf of life! Use a damp cloth to remove accumulated dust from your Pachira's leaves, and set its vibrant colour free.
Perfect business partner! The Money Tree loves fluorescent lights, like those typically used in offices and similar workspaces.
Prefers bright, indirect light but will tolerate light shade. Avoid direct sunlight. Thrives under fluorescent office lights.
Keep an eye on the water meter. Water when the meter has been on minimum for 4 to 7 days. Check out our HydroCare set up guide for more information.
Pachira aquatica is content in average household conditions: between 16-24°C. Avoid exposing your Pachira to temperatures below 10°C.
The Money Tree likes increased humidity levels. Mist regularly or relocate to a typically steamy room such as the bathroom or kitchen.
Add a Hydroculture liquid feed every 2 to 3 waterings during spring and summer months.
This plant is fast-growing and usually rises to an ultimate height of 3 metres. Regular pruning and pinching will keep the plant from growing too big.
Please note: each plant is unique so available heights are approximate and the plant you receive may vary by ±10%
This plant is considered non-toxic. Safe around children and pets.
Pachira aquatica originates from Central and South America.
HydroCare plants have a lot of benefits over soil plants:
Moisture Levels: The open structure of the hydrogranules creates optimum moisture levels around the roots of the plant. Water stored in hydrogranules below the roots will be gently drawn up through capillary action for the roots to absorb. No more dried out roots or root rot.
On Demand Nutrition: Adding a HydroCare liquid feed to your watering regime allows the plant to draw in nutrients at its own pace. No more scorched leaves or stunted growth from over-fertilisation.
Watering: A water meter on the side of the grow pot indicates the amount of water left in the hydrogranule reservoir below the roots. When it reaches the minimum level wait for 1-2 weeks then simply top it back up to the optimum level. The plant will pull water from the hydrogranules according to its needs so there is no risk of over or under watering and watering is less frequent.
Root Health: The open structure of our pH neutral hydrogranules allows air to circulate around the roots keeping them healthy and because they do not compact over time there is no need to top up.
HydroCare plants are adapted to these conditions and develop a smaller more fleshy root system making the plant more hardy and in a smaller grow pot meaning you have a wider choice of decorative planter styles. The requirement to repot as the plant grows is also significantly reduced.
Pest Control: Hydrogranules are an inert medium that is less susceptible to pests, fungi and bacteria which means healthier plants with less risk of disease.
When you buy a HydroCare plant, you need a few other bits and pieces to assemble the plant in your chosen planter or plant pot. Think of getting a HydroCare plant as a solution that needs to be assembled rather than just a plant.
We have a simple step by step video guide to assembling the HydroCare plant in a plant pot but essentially you need 5 things for hydro heaven:
1. The HydroCare plant in its hydroculture grow pot.
2. A water meter to slot into the side of the hydroculture grow pot.
3. A waterproof plastic liner for your decorative pot. Each HydroCare plant has an associated hydro kit that includes a waterproof liner to fit the hydroculture grow pot of the plant and a size tip to help you choose a decorative pot that will accommodate the specified waterproof pot liner for the plant.
4. Extra hydrogranules to fill around the grow pot and make a nice finish on top.
5. Hydroculture plant food, specifically formulated for use with hydrogranules.
"Look deep into nature and then you will understand everything better."
~ Albert Einstein ~
We believe in the power of plants to lift the spirit, calm the mind and clean the air.
