Is there a way to get my avocado tree to continue growing the main trunk? (lemmy.world)

submitted 10 months ago by chockblock@lemmy.world to c/houseplants@mander.xyz

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I trimmed the trunk because it was growing quite tall and spindly. Is there any way to continue growing the main trunk or will it only grow branches now?

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[-] Mickey@lemmy.ca 9 points 10 months ago

If you cut the top off then it will only be able to grow branches at this point.

[-] chockblock@lemmy.world 2 points 10 months ago

Darn, will the trunk grow any taller or is that it?

[-] Mickey@lemmy.ca 6 points 10 months ago

The main trunk will stay the same height at this point, but it will get thicker as it matures. Your best bet is to encourage a few branches out and go for a wine glass shape off the main trunk. With some pruning you can make it look like a pretty nice dwarf tree!

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