Here’s a detailed guide with DIY hacks and tips to grow money plant faster (Epipremnum aureum) in both soil and water. The money plant, also known as pothos or devil’s ivy, is one of the easiest indoor plants to care for—but with the right techniques, you can accelerate its growth dramatically.

General Tips To Grow Money Plant Faster (Applicable to Both Soil and Water)

1. Choose Healthy Cuttings:
   • Use cuttings with at least 2–4 healthy leaves and a couple of aerial roots or nodes.
   • Always snip just below a node with clean, sterilized scissors.
2. Right Location:
   • Place your plant in a bright, indirect light. Too much sunlight scorches the leaves; too little slows growth.
   • Avoid placing in dark corners or direct afternoon sun.
3. Maintain Ideal Temperature:
   • Money plants love warmth. Ideal range: 18–30°C (65–86°F).
   • Avoid cold drafts and extreme temperature fluctuations.
4. Regular Pruning:
   • Trim leggy vines to encourage bushy growth.
   • Pinch off new growth tips to encourage more branches.

Tips To Grow Money Plant Faster in Soil

1. Use Loose, Well-Draining Soil:
   • Mix garden soil with coco peat, perlite, and compost (2:1:1:1).
   • This boosts drainage and aeration, which money plants love.
2. Fertilize Monthly:
   • Use homemade compost tea (from kitchen waste) or banana peel fertilizer:
     • Blend banana peels and dilute with water (1:5) and pour into soil once a month.
   • Alternately, use diluted mustard cake water (once a month).
3. DIY Rooting Hormone:
   • Soak willow twigs or aloe vera gel in water overnight. Use this to water the soil weekly.
   • This promotes faster root development naturally.
4. Mulch the Top Layer:
   • Add a thin layer of dried leaves, grass, or coco husk on top of the soil.
   • It retains moisture and improves microbial activity.
5. Bottom Watering Technique:
   • Place the pot in a tray with water for 30 minutes.
   • This allows roots to absorb water more evenly and encourages deeper growth.

Tips To Grow Money Plant Faster in Water

1. Use Clean Glass Bottles or Jars:
   • Use transparent containers to observe root growth and keep water fresh.
   • Change water every 5–7 days to prevent stagnation.
2. Add Natural Root Boosters:
   • Drop in a piece of aloe vera leaf, a crushed aspirin tablet, or a few lentils (they release growth hormones).
   • You can also use willow water as a natural rooting hormone.
3. Use Filtered or Rain Water:
   • Avoid tap water high in chlorine or fluoride.
   • Let tap water sit for 24 hours to dechlorinate before using.
4. Place in Indirect Light:
   • Keep the water jar near a bright window but away from direct sun to prevent algae growth.
5. Prevent Algae Growth:
   • Add a drop of hydrogen peroxide (3%) to the water (1 drop per 250ml) once a week.
   • Or wrap the bottom half of the container in black paper to block light.
6. Support with Pebbles or Marbles:
   • Anchor the stems using decorative stones or marbles.
   • It adds weight and stability for stronger root formation.

Bonus Tips: Transitioning from Water to Soil

If you started your money plant in water and want to move it to soil:

• Wait until roots are 4–6 inches long before transplanting.
• Acclimate by placing it in a moist, airy potting mix and keep in the shade for a few days.
• Water lightly every 2 days for the first week, then adjust to regular soil watering.

Extra Hack: DIY Growth Spray

Make a foliar spray for both water and soil plants:

• Mix:
  • 1 tsp Epsom salt
  • 2–3 drops neem oil (optional for pest control)
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 500ml water
• Spray weekly on leaves to boost chlorophyll production and resist pests.