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title: "Hi all! I have a schefflera that I severely underwatered over the…"
description: "Hi all! I have a schefflera that I severely underwatered over the winter months, so all the leaves drooped, browned and started to come off. I did try and see…"
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community: "Plant Recovery Room"
author: "Millieee"
published: "2025-03-08T23:39:07.359023Z"
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# Hi all! I have a schefflera that I severely underwatered over the…

_Posted by Millieee on 2025-03-08_

Hi all! I have a schefflera that I severely underwatered over the winter months, so all the leaves drooped, browned and started to come off. I did try and see if it would perk up with some water and fertiliser, but no luck. Roots still looked healthy though, so when I repotted into some fresh soil I took some drastic measures and chopped it, leaving around 7-8 inches of bare stem. From the quick research I did, I saw people say they were able to revive their plants by doing this. But I just thought I'd get some of your opinions... Can it be saved or is it a goner at this point? Thanks in advance!

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## 2 comments

### Wolfen 🐺 commented on 2025-03-08

I have definitely de-headed a dormant plant to kick start it regrowing. And it's worked pretty well

#### Millieee replied on 2025-03-08

Fingers crossed then! Thanks Wolfen!

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