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title: "I knew I shouldn’t have watered her. Rookie error. Guess my ZZ might…"
description: "I knew I shouldn’t have watered her. Rookie error. Guess my ZZ might not see it through till spring🥹"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/gnUfWu0ht0VFdhYvT3rOCI"
community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "AvgGenZ"
published: "2026-01-15T17:19:09.106575Z"
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# I knew I shouldn’t have watered her. Rookie error. Guess my ZZ might…

_Posted by AvgGenZ on 2026-01-15_

I knew I shouldn’t have watered her.

Rookie error.

Guess my ZZ might not see it through till spring🥹

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## 8 comments

### Morgan Picillo 🖤 🌿 commented on 2026-01-15

Oh no! You might be able to save that stalk by propagating it in some water! They take FOREVER to root though. It is a good idea to repot it if the soil is super wet and check and trim the roots if they are starting to rot.

#### AvgGenZ replied on 2026-01-15

Sigh🥲will do will do. I was hoping to postpone for a few months but I guess it’s necessary now :)

### Sunny commented on 2026-01-15

Remove the pot and check the roots for rot. Then, cut off the rotten roots and stems. Disinfect the cut areas with hydrogen peroxide. Clean and disinfect the pot and cutting tools to prevent spreading bacteria. Use fresh dry soil to repot. Give it more light. Plants getting sufficient light use more water and grows faster. 🪴🍀

#### AvgGenZ replied on 2026-01-15

Appreciate the tips Sunny🫡

### ThumbieBrowning commented on 2026-01-15

Speaking from experience, zz plants do well with neglect… was supposed to water mine 4 days ago… I’ll get to it 😂

#### AvgGenZ replied on 2026-01-15

Lmao I hear yaa😭might want to wait a few more days even after that too haha

### Leelou commented on 2026-01-16

I learned my mistake with those !!! They’re my favourite plants but I usually wait 30-35 days between watering. They always prefer dryness than overwatering.

#### AvgGenZ replied on 2026-02-07

Apologies for my delayed response🥲 I’ve taken your advice though. Thanks Lee🙌🏾

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