Since the money tree grows upright on a trunk-like stem, it won't become too unruly (one of the reasons it's a great houseplant for beginners). That said, you might need to repot it as time goes on.

If you notice there's no new leaf growth for a while, you're not giving your money tree enough light. A new location, supplemental fertilizer, plant food, or a grow light may help. If you've repotted ...

Since the money tree is a tropical plant, it prefers warmer temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. If your home is kept warmer, this plant will need more water, says Steinkopf.

Your tree is not adapted to the strange soil, water, and sunlight of their new garden home. They may have had a steady diet of fertilizer or spent their winters in more southern locales.