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title: "Hi! I’ve had this plant since it was tiny. It’s now grown this one…"
description: "Hi! I’ve had this plant since it was tiny. It’s now grown this one stem that’s super tall and top heavy. My question is do I leave it, add support, or chop?…"
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author: "Jess"
published: "2024-09-17T02:09:25.976223Z"
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# Hi! I’ve had this plant since it was tiny. It’s now grown this one…

_Posted by Jess on 2024-09-17_

Hi! I’ve had this plant since it was tiny. It’s now grown this one stem that’s super tall and top heavy. My question is do I leave it, add support, or chop? Any advice is appreciated!

![Attachment 1 of 1](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/0HISxZ6CmkLPybBiQmP4Nh_vt6FKB5fqajyOyoj38Yw/VPeo8e-XRD6R1Hl-wBum4Q.webp?size=large)

## 6 comments

### Sam commented on 2024-09-17

Mine grew 2 long stems and is flowering from the steps.

### Plantpa commented on 2024-09-17

You can cut it down for cosmetic looks \& propagate the cutting. The remaining stem may become thicker and sprout new leaves / branches.

#### Jess replied on 2024-09-17

Where would I cut? Do I propagate in water like other plants?

### PlantDopamine commented on 2024-09-18

This is what I’d do. Cut right above the node that extends above your desired height, then cut those two first leaves off the cutting.

From there I’d dip the cutting into root hormone and stick it straight into water.

![Attachment 1 of 1](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/Tgufy_Luci5YXfVNirjtNFE_lgnsOLGxTficESx6BjM/mqIsiFoHThWdie_n4YDblw.webp?size=large)

### JenThon🪴🪷 commented on 2024-09-19

Off topic, but I LOVE that planter in the background!

#### Jess replied on 2024-09-19

I think I got it at Walmart! I drilled holes in the bottom so I plant directly in it :)

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