Money Tree
Pachira aquatica
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Fast, Safe Plant Delivery
Ships in 3-4 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected
| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Sentry™ Protected
Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Evergreen, Low Maintenance, and Container Friendly
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Height
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Width
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Sunlight
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Growth RateSlow
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Leaf Color
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Bloom PeriodLate Summer
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones
Add Luck and Style With Braided Trunk Money Tree
- Bright, Indirect Light
- Moderate to High Humidity
- Fantastic Look
- Easy Care
For an airy, breezy, pretty accent for your interiorscape, try the carefree Money Tree (Pachira aquatica). You’ll love the incredible look of the braided trunk, and the way the plant spices up any decor style.
All eyes are drawn to the textured, bright green leaves. Money Tree makes a big visual impact without heaviness. It’s easy to live with, and coordinates with other textured foliage houseplants like Golden Pothos or Arrowhead Plant.
Give it a starring role in a fabulous decorative container. Elevate it off the table on a riser, and consider a contrasting backdrop like the thick-leaved Rubber Tree or the strongly vertical Snake Plant.
There is no wrong way to love on this plant! It easily pulls off a huge diversity of modern visual looks. No wonder it’s considered lucky.
Use any container you’d like, but be sure it has plenty of drainage holes. Money Tree is a moisture-loving plant but it should never stand in water.
It’s needs are few, but it delivers big on charm. Water it about once a week. Tap the top of the soil to make sure it’s on it’s way to getting dry before watering. Once you've determined it could use a drink, water Money Tree without getting it's trunk wet.
You can bring it to your kitchen sink and saturate it totally, then let it drain completely. Make sure no water remains in the saucer.
Keep Money Tree away from hot air vents, which can dry out the foliage quickly. This is a plant that loves steamy, humid conditions. Try it in the bathroom, use a diffuser, mist with a spray bottle, or place it on a “pebble tray” to increase the indoor humidity. This plant loves being misted during the winter months when humidity levels can be low.
Give it bright indirect light indoors, or in a part shade position.
This is a wonderful gift for anyone, including yourself. What a great plant to celebrate business success milestones, or graduations. Our expert growers have created a fresh masterpiece with their braided trunk Money Trees. Order yours today!
