What can I do with a leggy begonia?

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suezee8 Palmetto, GA May 06, 2015

I can clip and root all the leaf stems, but that will leave two stalks. If I clip these stalks, will the base plant die?

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hcmcdole Powder Springs, GA(Zone 7b) May 06, 2015

Yes you can cut it close to the ground. For insurance, leave a node or two above ground which should send up new shoots from the node(s) but it should also send some new shoots up from the ground.

I'd suggest getting it outside for summer - start out in shade and over a week or two start moving it to a sunnier locale. It will make a huge difference in a few weeks.

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suezee8 Palmetto, GA May 07, 2015

Thanks! I will try it!

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Gitagal Baltimore, MD(Zone 7a) Jun 19, 2015

Hi, Butch! My advice---exactly! Gita

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hcmcdole Powder Springs, GA(Zone 7b) Jun 20, 2015

Great minds think alike Gita.

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Gitagal Baltimore, MD(Zone 7a) Jun 20, 2015

YEAH! ...:o)

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