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How to Fix Stretched Succulents
If you have a
stretched succulent
that has grown tall and leggy you can use this simple trick that will help bring it back to its original beauty.
Prep Time
7
days
d
Active Time
20
minutes
mins
Total Time
7
days
d
20
minutes
mins
Course:
Indoor Gardening
Yield:
1
Author:
Patti Estep
Equipment
Sharp knife
Materials
Stretched succulent plant
Succulent potting soil
Instructions
Cut off the succulent about 1/2 inch from the soil.
Take the cut portion and remove the bottom leaves and set aside.
After you remove the leaves cut the stem leaving the top portion and about 1 inch of bare stem.
Let the bare stem sit out in a cool sunny spot and wait for it to grow roots.
Once you see roots growing. Plant it back in the original pot and watch it grow.
Notes
The biggest reason for stretching is the lack of sun. If you can't find a sunny location add supplemental light for your succulent to enjoy.
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