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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    July 31, 2011
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    Never repot a plant until it is fully acclimatized to its environment. Also, plants generally don't need to be repotted unless they require watering more frequently than every three days, and then to a pot only 1-2" larger. Over potting frequently leads to over watering, which in turn causes root rot.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    September 1, 2011
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    Pruning can be done at any time. A healthy stem can be cut back to any point on that stem. The new growth will emerge just below the point of the pruning cut, so prune back to the place where you want new growth to come in. If your plant is healthy and you are able to keep the soil properly moist, then there is no benefit to repotting or replacing soil. If you live in an area where cold winters are not a problem, then it can be transplanted outdoors. They can not survive winter outdoors.

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    Nikki on
    September 13, 2011
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    It does not normally flower, especially of it is grown indoors, but it is possible. You are very lucky to have seen a flower on the plant. Enjoy. :)

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    September 27, 2011
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    Pruning can be done at any time. A healthy stem can be cut back to any point on that stem. The new growth will emerge just below the point of the pruning cut, so prune back to the place where you want new growth to come in.

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    Nikki on
    December 2, 2011
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    Nikki on
    December 4, 2011
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    Pruning of China doll plants can be done at any time. A healthy stem can be cut back to any point on that stem without harming it. The new growth will emerge just below the point of the pruning cut, so prune back to the place where you want new growth to come in.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    December 9, 2011
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    Yes, you can prune it. A healthy stem can be cut back to any point on that stem by 2/3 to 1/2. The new growth will emerge just below the point of the pruning cut, so prune back to the place where you want new growth to come in. As for rooting another plant, this article should help with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/china-doll/china-doll-plant-propagation.htm

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