Re: Question from Alaska
From the picture, I can't see anything wrong. If anything, it looks healthy. It may not be getting enough light. Try moving it outside in the shade at first, then move it out to where it will get more sun. Just don't let it get dry. Make sure that the soil is evenly moist.
I know you have just under a month before the cold weather sets in. I lived in anchorage for two and a half years, and I remember that in late August, when my son would practice football with the West Anchorage High School team, we would watch on the sideline bleachers and we needed to wear a heavy jacket already. But if you want to see more growth, putting it outside now would greatly improve your chances.
When nighttime temperatures fall below 50°F, then it is time to move the plant back inside. When you do, place it in a place that has lots of light. Then take it easy on the watering, but again,do not let it run dry. Again, I know that by this time the light is getting less and less towards the year's end. You can augment the light by placing several fluorescent lights near it, or let it go dormant by further withholding water to the point that it's almost dry.
Good luck! And keep us posted with pictures of the entire plant, if possible.
Chong
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