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title: "I have a ZZ plant that has sit in an east facing window since I got…"
description: "I have a ZZ plant that has sit in an east facing window since I got her. Within the past 4 months, the oldest stems’ leaves started to turn yellow and brown. I…"
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author: "Kari"
published: "2023-10-29T16:49:02.772Z"
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# I have a ZZ plant that has sit in an east facing window since I got…

_Posted by Kari on 2023-10-29_

I have a ZZ plant that has sit in an east facing window since I got her. Within the past 4 months, the oldest stems’ leaves started to turn yellow and brown. I had to cut the whole stem off down to soil level. I’ve lost 5 stems so far - what could be going on? The pot has two small drainage holes and I water bi-weekly in summer and once a month in winter.

## 4 comments

### Lindsay in PA commented on 2023-10-29

Mine if I’m my office with zero windows. I know these can pretty much be neglected and do well.

### HotelRomeo commented on 2023-10-29

Too much water. They have rhizomes — so they store their own water. My zz plant has done well with a little neglect. I rarely water went planta says to… I would use a chopstick to check the entire pot for dryness… and then wait two more days before you water.

### Kayla commented on 2023-10-31

I was told to water my Z plant when I pay my rent 😂😂 meaning once a month! Maybe try leaving the plant and dirt sit outside the pot on some paper towel to help absorb some of the moisture.

### Kari commented on 2023-11-01

Thanks everyone! I’ll let up on the watering schedule and see how she does!

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