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title: "My monstera has become pretty top heavy with the lower branches being…"
description: "My monstera has become pretty top heavy with the lower branches being much thinner than the top. I am considering repotting. Should I attempt to air layer or…"
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community: "Monstera Maniacs"
author: "Chris"
published: "2024-07-08T20:50:51.155761Z"
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# My monstera has become pretty top heavy with the lower branches being…

_Posted by Chris on 2024-07-08_

My monstera has become pretty top heavy with the lower branches being much thinner than the top. I am considering repotting. Should I attempt to air layer or just let it flourish?

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## 2 comments

### eatyacarbs commented on 2024-07-08

I would chop \& prop and maybe make a moss pole for it down the line

#### Ashlee replied on 2024-07-16

I agree! It could also stimulate more growth towards the base of the plant to give it a more full look once it all starts growing back.

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