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title: "My girl Doris here was next to death and only 2” tall shortly after I…"
description: "My girl Doris here was next to death and only 2” tall shortly after I got her home. Now it’s over 2 foot tall and won’t support its own weight. Does anyone…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/BAlhcvNhQzatWyxRCJGLLA/65946a9e92f96c41c6eacd28"
community: "Foliage Plant Haven"
author: "NewPlantWhoDis"
published: "2024-01-02T19:57:18.719Z"
language: "en"
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# My girl Doris here was next to death and only 2” tall shortly after I…

_Posted by NewPlantWhoDis on 2024-01-02_

My girl Doris here was next to death and only 2” tall shortly after I got her home. Now it’s over 2 foot tall and won’t support its own weight. Does anyone know if I should let it droop over the pot or keep it propped up with a trellis? Root growth has been crazy and I have had to repot it twice now. Wondering if I should make this a hanging plant and let dangle over the edges? Thanks for the help

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## 5 comments

### Krista commented on 2024-01-02

Love the name tag! I’d maybe try a trellis but am not super familiar with caring for these guys.

### Emily B commented on 2024-01-02

Love the name!! My grandma just passed away last week and her name was Doris ❤️

#### NewPlantWhoDis replied on 2024-01-03

I’m sure Doris was quite the gal!

### Jarissa commented on 2024-01-04

You’d probably have luck with a trellis or hanging! If you think she’s already too long, maybe consider taking some cuttings to make the plant more full or to start a new one!

### Plant Queen commented on 2024-01-09

I’ve always been told to cut those runners off if you want it to be more like a ground coverage or bouquet style. I think a trellis would be cute though if you like the climbing look ❤️

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