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micaela

my rubber tree’s brand new leaf got sliced!! I accidentally bonked it and the leaf fell off. I feel bad b/c it was brand new. should I do anything? will it grow back?

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  1. Mads

    It’ll be fine. Some people chop the top of their rubber trees to get them to branch. They’re good at making new growth points.

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    • micaela

      thank u!

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  2. happysoxdonkey

    I always feel so guilty if I damage a leaf!

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    • Mads

      Me too. But most plants are tough, and just see minor damage or pruning as a challenge! 😄

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