Leggy growth means long stems, wide gaps between leaves, and a plant that looks stretched instead of full. This usually happens when the plant is not getting enough light.
Quick Answer
Plants become leggy because they are reaching for more light. Move the plant closer to bright indirect light, rotate it regularly, and prune stretched growth to encourage fuller new stems.
Signs of Low-Light Stretching
Look for long spaces between leaves, leaning toward a window, smaller new leaves, pale growth, and weak stems.
How to Fix It
Move the plant closer to light gradually. Prune long bare stems above a node. Propagate healthy cuttings if the plant allows it. Rotate the pot every week or two.
What Not to Expect
Old stretched stems will not magically shrink. The goal is better new growth. Pruning helps reset the shape.
Bottom Line
A leggy plant is a light problem wearing a stem costume. Improve light and prune strategically for fuller growth.