Topping and Propagating a Giant Corn Plant

A 10–15-year-old corn plant (Dracaena) in 50-lb soil pot, top-heavy against ceiling, top fallen over. Owner feared snapping and wanted to top and repot the cutting.

Pruning Protocol (Will Creed)

1. Cut stem at any point/angle—new growth emerges just below cut.
2. Choose cut height for desired regrowth.
3. Shorten cutting if bottom is long/woody.
4. Root in water or damp potting mix.
5. Pruning never harms healthy plants.

Decades-old plant can be reshaped safely.