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How to Repair a Broken Plant Stem

Introduction

Use this guide to repair a broken plant stem. Maybe a windowsill got closed too fast, someone stepped without looking, or weather changes were too harsh. There are many reasons why plants get thrown out too early before they’re given the chance to be repaired. However, don't let a broken stem be one of those reasons. This quick and accessible guide will allow you to care for your broken plants without having to do hours of research beforehand.

Use this guide if the broken stem comes from a plant with roots. The repair process will take time and needs a lot of energy so having roots is necessary for soaking up nutrients from the soil.

Before starting, you'll need to know how long the stem has been broken for because time is of the essence. If the plant has been broken for too long, it is not receiving the nutrients it needs and will die if not repaired quickly.

What you need

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    • Determine whether the stem is completely severed or still attached by some connective tissue.

    • If the stem is bent, but still attached, the connective tissue helps the regrowth process and you may proceed to the following steps.

    • If the stem is completely severed, the following steps will not work.

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    • Place the support stick securely in the soil next to the broken stem.

    • Make sure the stick you choose is similar in size to the plant stem.

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    • Gently position the stem upright along the stick.

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    • Measure the garden tie tape around the stick and broken stem.

    • Cut tape to a desired length using scissors.

    • Twine or garden wire can be used as a replacement of graden tie tape.

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    • Securely tie a double knot around the stem and the stick.

    • Make sure to keep the knot loose enough to leave room for air circulation and plant growth.

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    • Remove or prune the dead leaves from the pot.

    • This will ensure that the nutrients goes to the recovering stem instead of the dead members.

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    • Place the plant in extra nutrient filled soil for the plant to heal.

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    • Continue to monitor the plant everyday.

    • Water the plant as needed.

    • Pay special attention to the broken area to make sure there is no mold development.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Zeeann McCarty

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