Straggly Ming aralia

Question

I’ve had my Ming aralia for several years. I let it dry out then water it thoroughly. It seems to only grow vertically with about three leaves on the plant at a time right at the top. When a new leaf starts growing the lowest branch/leaf will drop. What is wrong with my plant? I really love these plants and would like to see it doing better

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Answer 1

Your plant's soil should be kept constantly moist. Here's an article that should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aralia-plants/polyscias-fruticosa-ming-aralia.htm