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Pruning a fiddle leaf fig (ficus lyrata)

jane2wh

By Jane2wh

United Kingdom Gb

Could anyone advise me please on how to get my fig, which is about 5 feet tall with leaves all the way up the stem, to grow into more of a 'tree' shape, with a trunk and branches? Would it work if I just cut the top off? I have seen them in this form (in very large pots) but I don't want to harm it. Any suggestions greatly appreciated!


On plant Ficus lyrata


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Yes, if you take the top out it will branch.Watch out for the latex sap as it's sticky. Dab the cut end with water to stop it dripping.

10 Mar, 2009

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