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China Doll Plant Leaf Drop Indoors: Needs Light, Hard Prune in Spring

China doll (Radermachera sinica) drops leaves in low light. Maximize light now, move to semi-shade after mid-April. Cut stems to 12 inches, let new crown form. Tip back to keep compact for next winter.

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