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title: "Why is my hibiscus so loppy?"
description: "Why is my hibiscus so loppy?"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/CQDcNKuFT2eBWinfsTKHmQ/tkLgu0yBGm22eAR9pveSWv"
community: "Gardening and Outdoor"
author: "Irwin Home"
published: "2026-08-14T00:03:05.146303Z"
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# Why is my hibiscus so loppy?

_Posted by Irwin Home on 2026-08-14_

Why is my hibiscus so loppy?

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## 3 comments

### BooksandPlants commented on 2026-08-14

It looks like it might be from the heat. I would suggest giving it a drink and it should perk up.

#### Irwin Home replied on 2026-08-14

It has lots of water, but the stems are growing very out reaching instead of up. Is that a sun need thing?

#### BooksandPlants replied on 2026-08-14

Yes, it can be a sign of needing more sun. Just introduce it slowly or you risk burning it.

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