Sick Pony Tail Palm,15 feet tall, how to save it?

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  1. Dr. Sally

    Dr. Sally New Member

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    Hello to all,

    My pony plant has several shoots, some of which are dying or gone, plus the soil has a terrible odor! The large bulb is somewhat soft
    a little odd looking. I think between my husband and myself we over watered it. I don't want to her die, because I have had her for approximately 40 years.
    She stands about 13 to 15 feet tall. I do have a grow light on her, because we have cathedral ceilings and had to move her away from the exterior windows. I would like information from everyone to save my plant. It will take
    at several people to help, because of her size. Please! any-one, with additional advice would be greatly appreciated. I need to work on her as quickly as possible. Thank-you all so much. Dr. Sally
     
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  2. Daniel Mosquin

    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Sounds like a combination of overwatered and poor drainage. Repot into a larger container with well-draining soil and hope that the plant is healthy enough still to recover.

    Do you have any photographs?
     

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