Reviving a Sparse Bonsai Ponytail Palm After Low Light

Don't Prune Yet—Give It Sun

Move to the sunniest indoor spot now. When nights stay above 50°F, place outdoors in full sun all day.

• Fertilize every 2 weeks outdoors.
• Water thoroughly when soil is dry halfway down.
• New leaves will emerge rapidly in high light.

Pruning now removes photosynthetic tissue needed for recovery. Let the plant rebuild energy first.