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Aug 20, 2018 5:49 PM CST
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Name: Christine
NY zone 5a
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I found this beauty 3 weeks ago,I've kept her under my grow bulbs since I brought her home, she has grown almost 2" already, is this normal growth for them? Will she slow down over winter? Thanks for all you thoughts and advice,I value all your opinions 💚 but you already know that 💞💞
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Aug 21, 2018 1:16 PM CST
Name: Will Creed
NYC
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It looks great and I am sure it will continue to thrive under your good care!

China dolls have a tendency to become weedy and leggy if not pruned back regularly. Yours is already at a point where you could consider pinching back new growth and keeping it at what I think is an ideal size for that location.

Normally growth would slow a bit in winter because the hours of daylight are shorter. However, you are growing yours under lights so there should not be any noticeable change in its growth.

China dolls are prone to mealybugs and spider mites, so be vigilant.
Will Creed
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Aug 21, 2018 3:41 PM CST
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Name: Christine
NY zone 5a
Deer Charter ATP Member Region: United States of America Lover of wildlife (Black bear badge) Tropicals Region: New York
Hummingbirder Hostas Dog Lover Container Gardener Cat Lover Birds
Thanks Will, I will prune her,I didnt know about that, I will also keep a close eye on her for mealys & spider mites,I have never had a plant that was prone to them 🤤 Thanks again
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