Ficus rubber has long been successfully grown by amateurs in room conditions, but many questions usually arise regarding the formation of the crown of an indoor tree. The formation of ficus has its own subtleties and nuances, which should be remembered when starting pruning. This article is all about how to prune a ficus correctly.
A chaotically overgrown plant must be pruned.
Pruning of an indoor tree is performed when the trunk and crown are accidentally damaged (for example, when a plant falls) or when forming the height and shape of the crown. Is it worth it to trim a tree indoors? Of course, because in nature, rubber-bearing ficuses can reach a height of up to 40 meters and above. In indoor conditions, a fast-growing ficus specimen may rest against the ceiling, which will prevent further formation of the crown. In the first years, a large tree grows only upward, so pruning can stimulate the development of lateral branches. But pruning is not always necessary to form a ficus crown.
Shaping the crown without trimming
The upper shoots are cut off until the crown takes on a rounded shape.
Unusual shape: interesting
Young ficus trees can be formed into an extraordinary plant. To do this, several cuttings of the same age are planted in one container, which can be easily braided. Of course, cuttings from old branches are not suitable for this purpose, because the branches must have a certain flexibility so as not to break during weaving.
They remove from the trunks below large leaves– the trunks, which can easily grow together, will give the plant a special charm. When weaving, you can give it a braid a certain form- spectacular holes between the trunks, for which pieces of foam plastic, corks, stones or other materials are temporarily inserted into the braid. Once the shape of the holes is set, you can remove these inserts.
Ficuses braided into a braid spend a lot of effort creating the shape of the trunk, so they give very small increases in height. If you limit the growth of roots by planting the plant in a low bowl, you can maintain the intended shape of the ficus for a long time.
Crown formation by pruning
Using sharp scissors, you can cut off the top of the main trunk.
If you select classic version shaping the crown of the rubber ficus - pruning, it is important to correctly perform all the techniques for forming an indoor tree.
Trimming times vary:
- Formative pruning can only be done during active growth tree, i.e. This operation is not performed in autumn and winter.
- Sanitary pruning is carried out as necessary when damage to the trunk or branches occurs on the plant.
To perform high-quality pruning, you need to prepare the following tools:
- Garden secateurs.
- Garden shears (large).
- Small scissors with sharp blades.
- Alcohol solution for processing instruments.
- Garden varnish for treating cut areas.
How to trim a ficus yourself, what should you pay close attention to?
- You should not start work without protecting your hands from the milky sap of ficus, which is very poisonous.
- It is not recommended to radically trim the plant at one time, removing more than 30% of the crown.
The florist, at his own discretion, chooses the shape of the crown, guided by common sense, based on individual characteristics plants.
New shoots of ficus develop from apical or axillary buds, while the upper bud develops, the lateral ones are dormant. To stimulate the branching of the ficus crown, it is necessary to give impetus to the development of axillary buds, which is achieved by pinching the main trunk. The dominant bud can be removed in the spring, when the ficus enters a period of intensive growth.
Thin green branches can be pruned leaving a straight area, old branches covered with mature bark are cut at an angle of 45 degrees.
Pruning the top shoot is carried out above the bud, from which new shoots will subsequently develop.
Caring for the plant during the formation of the crown comes down to watering with warm, settled water; a month after the operation, it is worth carrying out the first feeding of the plant.
Photos of a correctly trimmed ficus are very pleasing - the plant begins to grow a dense crown and an extensive network of skeletal branches. In nature, rubber ficus trees begin to branch naturally at a height of 4 meters.
After pruning, the plant is constantly turned towards the light source so that the crown can form evenly.
Shape indoor ficus can be done without pruning; to do this, you need to correctly direct the growth of young shoots, fixing individual branches if necessary. This operation will avoid injury to young plant, and will also reduce the risk of infected areas in the area where the cut is made.
Young trees whose branches have not yet become completely lignified best tolerate the application of fixing devices. This method is usually used for young people indoor trees growing into one trunk.
It is worth starting to form the crown when the growth young tree will reach 0.7 m. After this, the apical part of the shoot is pinched or cut off. Very often, pinching does not give the desired effect - a replacement shoot begins to develop from the side bud, as a result of which the plant grows into one trunk (see photo).
The method of bending the apical shoot, which is securely fixed, is often used. A replacement shoot develops from the lateral bud; as soon as it grows to 5 cm, the trunk is returned to its original state. The next operation is performed to stimulate the growth of lateral branches, for which a puncture is made with a darning needle to a depth of 1/3 of the trunk diameter. It is best to start at the top, gradually moving down the trunk, after the shoot grows at the site of the first puncture. The protruding juice is carefully removed with wet cotton wool or a rag. Ficus pruning work should be done in rubber gloves– the sap of the plant is extremely poisonous.
Initially, the ficus has only one stem, but over time new branches appear on it. And then you need to pinch the plant correctly to form a beautiful crown. To do this, just follow a few simple rules.
If the ficus grows only upward, without producing lateral shoots, then over time it can turn into a tall little deciduous tree. But this can be avoided by simply trimming and pinching the top periodically.
The most popular method experienced gardeners- This Japanese way pinching. The procedure is quite simple. When forming the crown, you need to twist the branch to the bud from which new side shoots will subsequently appear.
The procedure is as follows:
- it is necessary to determine which branches will be superfluous when creating beautiful crown wood;
- Each selected branch should be carefully bent into a loop and bandaged to the trunk.
Important! If juice appears at the bend, it must be washed off the plant.
After a few weeks, the buds remaining up to the bend will produce new shoots.
Why is pinching needed?
Ficus is a tall plant, some species grow up to 2–3 m. Pinching and cutting off excess shoots allows you not only to keep the flower growing at the desired height, but also to form a beautiful crown. In addition, this procedure allows you to rejuvenate the plant.
How to properly pinch at home?
In order for the procedure to be successful, the owner of the ficus needs to know the following:
- It is important to choose the right time for pinching. Otherwise, the plant can easily die.
- Ficus juice is poisonous and can cause burns or allergic reactions. Therefore, all manipulations with the plant must be carried out with gloves.
- It is better not to combine pruning with another procedure, for example, replanting.
Ficus can be easily pinched at home if you follow the established rules.
Timing for the procedure
Experienced gardeners know that perfect time for pinching ficus - spring. It is during this period that the plant becomes active, forming new shoots and buds. Therefore, the procedure will not be too stressful for the flower, and all “wounds” will quickly heal.
Important! Pinching in autumn or winter can lead to the death of the ficus.
Pinching Instructions
Before you start forming the crown, you need to decide on the choice of knife. It should be sharp enough to cut thick branches straight away. The knife must be disinfected with alcohol or peroxide. If the plant is young, then unnecessary shoots can simply be cut off.
But if the ficus is already several years old, then you need:
- determine the point that will become the top;
- the cut should be made at a distance of 6–8 cm from the sheet;
- branches should be cut obliquely;
When pinching, it is necessary to rinse all cut areas with water. Since the sap of the plant will slow down the growth of new shoots. To form an ideal crown, pinching and pruning should be done annually.
Important Rules
The procedure for forming a crown largely depends on what the gardener wants to achieve. For example, to obtain the shape of a standard tree you need:
- Choose a young, unformed ficus without lignification.
- Then gradually remove the side shoots until 5 top branches remain.
- When the ficus reaches the required height, the top shoot should be pinched and the side shoots removed.
- For young stems without bark, you need to build a support. It will be needed until the ficus finally grows.
Such a standard can be multi-tiered. To do this, the crown is divided into 4–5 parts. The odd ones will be the crown tiers, and the rest will be the spaces between them. To form the latter, shoots are cut 5–7 cm shorter than in tiers.
In addition to the standard, there are several other ways to design a beautiful crown. This is a bush and an arc. To form the first type, it is important to ensure that the ficus does not grow upward, but produces lateral shoots. This is controlled by pinching the flower annually.
The arc is created very simply - the upper part of the plant is bent and secured to required height. The upper buds begin to produce new shoots, making the plant more voluminous. As soon as the side shoots reach the desired length, the fixation is removed. The branches of the ficus will remain in the same position, forming an interesting arc.
Further care
After the stress suffered due to the procedure, the ficus needs additional feeding. It is added immediately or wait 1-2 weeks until the plant adapts. If necessary, you can transplant the ficus into new pot. This is true for plants that no longer fit in the old container.
How to pinch so that it bushes and is lush?
For plants that are too tall, the procedure for forming new side shoots remains relevant. The owner of a ficus can use several methods:
- Japanese method. Suitable for small flowers that do not fit on the windowsill.
- Trimming. If you remove the top of the plant, the ficus will produce new shoots. This will make the flower more magnificent. But it should be borne in mind that if the procedure is performed incorrectly, the ficus will continue to grow upward.
Important! When using the Japanese pinching method, branches can be tied not only to the trunk, but also to pegs specially driven into the ground.
Is it possible to pinch Benjamin if it only grows upward?
Ficus benjamina bushes on its own. But in some cases it can quickly grow upward without producing lateral shoots. This is often due to insufficient lighting or poor watering and fertilizing. It is possible to pinch Benjamin in such a situation, but it must be done correctly.
What to do if it stretches very upward?
When a flower stretches upward, in the process it sheds lower leaves. Most buds form at the top of the plant. Therefore, you should not allow it to grow too high.
If the ficus needs to be made larger and smaller, then they resort to pruning the plant. But it is important to remember that the cut should only go obliquely and be located above the kidney. In addition, gardeners use the following methods:
- They lower the excess branches down and tie them to the trunk or pegs. This allows the buds on top to produce strong shoots. The procedure is carried out several times in order for a sufficient number of side shoots to grow.
- Sometimes kerbovka allows you to achieve the appearance of new shoots. To do this, a small incision is made above the dormant kidney to about a third of its depth. The bark in this place needs to be removed to weaken root nutrition.
- IN special cases gardeners use special stimulation of flowers with plant hormones - cytokinins. With their help, the lateral axillary buds begin to dominate, rather than the apical ones.
Important! Any cuts are made with a disinfected knife, otherwise you can provoke the appearance of fungus or infection.
Any ficus owner knows that the plant requires careful care. Otherwise, you may end up with the top of the flower hitting the ceiling. Therefore, annual pinching in the spring is a necessity. And you should start forming a crown of the required height and volume as early as possible, while the ficus is still young.
– popular indoor plants, characterized by a high rate of growth and expansion of leaf mass. Therefore, they are favorite objects for the formation of small indoor trees with a crown of various shapes.
Growing decorative ficus is not at all difficult. By regularly carrying out its formative pruning, you can get a beautiful tub plant and even a tree grown in the “bonsai” style.
In the article you will learn everything about forming the crown and trunk of Ficus Benjamin at home, as well as about pruning and pinching the plant.
Basic rules for pruning
Formative pruning of Ficus Benjamin is carried out in early spring, at the end of March or beginning of April. Before active growth begins, there is enough time for the cuttings to heal and for the plant to recover from the resulting stress.
To carry out pruning you will need garden or wood pruning shears. Activated carbon, a clean napkin and a disinfectant (alcohol or potassium permanganate solution).
Before the procedure, you need to disinfect the pruning shears with alcohol. or a solution of potassium permanganate to prevent any infection and the development of the disease.
Thick branches are cut at an angle as close to the bud as possible. Thin shoots are cut above the bud, shortening them by 1/3.
After pruning, wipe the cut areas of thick branches with a clean napkin to remove the milky sap that flows out. Then the sections are covered with crushed charcoal or activated carbon.
Sections of thin shoots do not need to be processed, but it is better to remove the sap that flows out, as it may leave white spots on the leaves of the plant.
In addition to shaping, there is also sanitary and rejuvenating pruning of ficus Benjamin. Let's look at how to shape a ficus benjamina.
Sanitary pruning
Sanitary pruning of the plant can be carried out not only in the spring, but also at any other time of the year if necessary. It consists of removing dry, diseased and poorly developed shoots.
Dry branches must be removed as they look unsightly. They are also removed for safety reasons: sometimes dry branches become sources of various fungal infections.
If any ficus disease occurs, the affected areas of the shoots are cut off and burned. To do this, you should not wait for spring; such pruning is carried out as soon as possible.
Poorly developed shoots are removed because they are not very decorative. They also increase the density of the crown, preventing light from entering it.
Anti-aging pruning
This type of pruning is done to restore decorative look very old ficus plants or plants whose shoots for one reason or another have lost their viability.
Sometimes, when the soil dries out strongly and for a long time, almost all the branches of the tree dry out. In this case, the ficus should not be thrown away; you need to carry out anti-aging pruning.
This procedure is carried out in early spring before the growing season begins. All dead branches are cut out, and living ones are shortened by half. Moreover, not only the main shoots are cut off, but also shoots of the second order. All sections are carefully sprinkled with activated carbon.
When the crown is completely dry, Ficus Benjamin can be trimmed “to a stump” by removing all branches and trimming the trunk. The remaining stump should be no higher than 7-10 cm. Gradually, the plant will restore the crown, growing new young shoots.
Types of crowns and ease of formation
There are several types of crowns that can be created by pruning Ficus Benjamin:
- Bush;
- Standard;
- Tiered standard;
- Sculpture.
Also, most varieties can be used for growing miniature trees"bonsai".
Although Ficus Benjamin - tall tree, it is very easy to grow a bush from it. To do this, the central shoot of a young plant is pinched. As a result, side branches begin to actively grow. In just a year you can get a lush and beautiful plant.
Standard forms are distinguished by a clearly defined trunk and crown. There is a single and tiered trunk with a crown divided into several tiers, between which there is a trunk without shoots. Growing such a tree is a long process that can take 3-4 years.
The sculpture is created from small-leaved varieties. The tree is given a pre-conceived shape. Pruning is carried out annually and very carefully; the shape of the tree must be regularly adjusted.
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Bush
To form a bush, both low-growing and tall ficuses are used. Small-leaved varieties are very popular: they make the bush more lush. To quickly form a bush crown, 2-3 cuttings are simultaneously planted in a pot close to each other.
After planting, as soon as the rooted cutting 15 cm high begins to grow, it is pinched from above, leaving at least 5 leaves. This stimulates the growth of 4-5 side shoots.
When the side shoots reach a length of 10-15 cm, their tops are also cut off. In this case, the remaining upper buds should be directed not inside the crown, but outward.
All sections should be wiped with a napkin to remove white juice and sprinkled with activated carbon.
After the second pruning, when the shoots of the third level reach a length of 10-15 cm, a fairly dense bush is obtained. If the bush is very dense, you can cut 2-3 branches from the middle of the bush and thin it out.
When growing a bush crown, you need to illuminate the plant evenly or periodically turn it to the light in different directions so that the shoots grow evenly.
Stamb
Standard crowns are forms with a pronounced trunk. To grow a trunk, a single cutting is planted. During its growth, all the resulting lower side shoots are removed, leaving 3-4 upper ones.
If you need to grow standard tree 50 cm high, then the length of the lower part of the trunk without branches should be 15-20 cm.
Typically, desktop specimens have a height of up to 50 cm, and floor-standing ones are much higher: 90-100 cm.
After the lower part of the trunk is formed, they begin to build up the crown. When the plant reaches the desired height, the top shoot is cut off by 5-10 cm.
After this, the side shoots begin to grow intensively. They should be left only within the crown. If they form in the lower part of the plant on the trunk, they must be removed.
The standard crown of the ficus can be given various shapes . The spherical crown is very popular and beautiful, but no less decorative oval shape, extended upward or to the sides. When creating a crown in the shape of a ball, you need to leave shoots of the same length when pruning.
Tiered standard
Tiered trunk is a form of tree with a crown divided into parts. Between its tiers there remains a bare trunk without branches. Such a tree can have 2 or more tiers.
Sometimes tiers are built up gradually. First, a regular standard tree with a round or oval crown is formed. Then pruning is carried out in such a way that the central shoot grows upward.
Gradually, it will be possible to form a continuation of the trunk, and then a new tier of the crown. This is the longest process of forming a longline trunk.
It is much faster to plant 2 cuttings at once and fasten their trunks with wire. Gradually, below they will grow together into a single trunk. The plants will be separated at the top.
Each of them can be grown as a regular standard, but their crowns will be on different heights. If you plant cuttings with different leaf colors, you can get very beautiful tree with different colors of crown tiers.
A tiered trunk can be grown from one cutting. It should grow upward, forming an elongated tall single trunk. After the formation of the lower part of the trunk, its crown must be divided into 3 parts.
The lower and upper parts will be two tiers of the trunk, the central part will be the bare trunk located between them. In the center, all side shoots are removed and the top of the tree is pinched. The tiers are formed like a regular single trunk.
Bonsai
Almost all varieties of ficus benjamina can be used for growing bonsai. But the Viandi variety is most suitable for this purpose. It is characterized by a low growth rate and a wavy, curved trunk. From cuttings of this variety you can grow a bonsai the fastest.
The technology for growing these dwarf trees for Ficus Benjamin and for other species is practically the same. Bonsai are grown in low, wide containers filled with depleted soil, which promotes a slow growth rate. The roots of the tree are pruned 2-3 times a year, after which it is planted in the same container. The plant is also pruned 2-3 times a year.
Beyond trimming great importance attached to the formation of the trunk and branches.
The branches and trunk are wrapped around thick copper wire, and then gradually bent so that the plant acquires the required form. Usually after such procedures, after 4-5 years the plant looks like a real tree in miniature.
Sculpture
It is very difficult to grow a crown in the form of a sculpture; work on it takes long time. Creating a tree in the shape of an animal or bird is only possible experienced florist. It’s easier to make a crown in the form geometric figure- cone or cylinder.
Even the formation of a simple geometric crown takes several years.
In this case, it is necessary to prune the plant annually in the spring, cutting off the branches so that the crown takes on the desired shape.
Usually the branches directed outward are left, and the crowns growing deeper are cut out.
At the same time, the outer part of the crown branches out greatly, so it becomes easier to give it the desired shape.
Shaping the trunk - ficus weaving
Not only the crown of the Ficus Benjamin looks very beautiful. Trees grown using the ficus weaving method are a real work of art.
These are tall plants bare trunks which are intertwined with each other. Most decorative element Such a plant is precisely the trunk; its crown is formed, as a rule, of a simple spherical shape of a small size.
Many varieties of ficus are suitable for growing plants with intertwined trunks, but they must have straight and thin shoots. The Viandi variety, which is often used for growing bonsai, is not suitable for weaving, as it has twisted, curved shoots.
In order to intertwine the trunks, 2 or several cuttings are planted in one pot. They must be of the same size so that one of them does not grow faster than the other and does not clog it. For the same reason, it will not be possible to weave varieties with different growth rates into one trunk.
There are the most different schemes ficus weaving. The simplest of them are the spiral and braid.
For a spiral, you need to plant 2 cuttings in one pot; to braid a braid, you need 3 plants. There are also more complex ways weaving, which will require many more cuttings, sometimes several dozen. Such trees are usually grown only by professionals; they are very expensive.
To grow a “pigtail”, 3 ficus cuttings measuring 15 cm or more are planted in a pot close to each other. As soon as they begin to grow, you can start weaving. The lowest part of the cuttings should not have side shoots. If they are present, they must be removed, and then carefully make the first interweaving of the trunks.
To ensure that the intertwined trunk retains its shape, the cuttings should be fixed. A thick one is suitable for this. wool thread or copper wire. The shoots are fixed above the weave. After this, the plant is cared for as usual until the cuttings grow enough that the next weaving can be done.
Every 2 months you need to check the fixation points and, if necessary, loosen the thread or wire. As they grow, the intertwined plant trunks thicken, and fixation can cut into them and injure the bark.
When the braid reaches the desired height, it must be tightly secured with wire or a metal bracket above the place of the last weave. The fixation will be securely hidden by the regrown tree crown. After a few years, when the trunks have firmly grown together, the wire can be removed.
To perform other, more complex weaving patterns, you may need not only wire, but also metal carcass, around which the weaving of the trunks of many plants is carried out.
Now you know how to form the crown of ficus Benjamin. You can find out about superstitions associated with Ficus Benjamin.
Ficus is a rather unique flower, because unlike others indoor plants, it only grows upward. Not every gardener will be happy about this fact. Indeed, in this case, you will have to regularly prune in order to give the ficus the necessary shape. However, not everyone can do this task, because only a few know how to trim a ficus.
Features of the plant
One of the well-known representatives of the mulberry family is the rubber plant, which is usually classified as a member of the genus Ficus. The usual habitats of this plant are India, as well as southern part of Indonesia and western Africa. In countries with harsher climates, this flower has become widespread as a ornamental plant. However, it is valued not only because of its attractiveness, because large varieties This ficus tree serves as raw material for the production of rubber.
Specimens that grow in natural conditions have impressive sizes, which can be up to 40 m in height. Moreover, they often form support roots. The latter are distinguished by the fact that they penetrate deep into the ground, where they take root. More compact is the rubber-bearing ficus, grown at home, since most often it reaches a height of up to 10 m. After routine pruning, this variety begins to look even more miniature.
Beneficial features
Ficus rubber is interesting for many not only because decorative properties, because when grown indoors you can maintain a healthy atmosphere. The cleansing effect is provided by the leaves, which filter the air like a pipe. As a result of such filtration, the output is air enriched with oxygen.
Many plant growers are attracted to the rubber ficus by the fact that it does not create problems in care. Instances grown at home do not form flowers, and at the same time they are demanding in terms of growing conditions. The main thing is to make sure that the plant is protected from direct sunlight, as well as to carry out regular watering and periodically give it a warm shower.
Physiology of ficus growth
Ficus rubber can be given any shape. To do this, you just need to trim it correctly. As a result of this operation, from an inconspicuous-looking plant you can get unique home decoration. Moreover, even a novice gardener can master this task, but first he will have to familiarize himself with the pruning rules and adhere to them.
The change in the shape of Ficus Benjamin occurs due to new shoots, which usually appear from the buds. Ficus has only two of them:
- apical (located at the very top of the bush);
- lateral, or axillary (located in the axils of the leaves, where the petioles of the leaves are closely adjacent to the trunk).
The apical bud shows the most fast growth, ahead in this regard of the lateral ones, which develop very slowly or show no signs of development at all. It is enough to remove the top bud so that the side buds can begin to develop well. Usually the shoots begin to grow in different directions. As a result of such manipulations, the plant begins to change its crown.
Before you start forming the crown, it doesn’t hurt to find out what time of year is best to do this.
Many people believe that It is best to hold this event in the spring, and they will be right. The formation of the crown, planned for this time of year, makes it possible to give the plant more splendor, since it is in the spring that the ficus is created best conditions for growth. Using a similar approach, a gardener can grow a Ficus Benjamina that will be well developed, with fully formed shoots in all directions.
It is not advisable to postpone pruning ficus Benjamin to a later time, for example, autumn or winter, since in this case the shoots will develop within a specific area. This will cause the ficus to look lopsided. It must be borne in mind that at this time of year the ficus begins to use nutrients , which he accumulated in his escapes. As a result of pruning the shoots in the fall, you will leave the Benjamin ficus without these reserves, jeopardizing its survival.
During the formation of the crown, it is necessary not only to change the length of the shoots, but also to adjust the direction of their further growth. For this purpose, special tension devices are usually used.
Crown formation without pruning
There is no need to rush into pruning the rubber ficus. First, it’s worth thinking about whether there is an urgent need for this. There is a simpler way to form a crown, which involves changing direction and securing the necessary shoots. This approach to the formation of the crown allows you to minimize injuries to the plant, which can continue to grow, pleasing the owner beautiful view. After waiting some time so that the branches can take a new position, the fixing devices are removed.
During pruning it is necessary take into account the age of the plant. This operation causes the least harm to young bushes. You need to be more careful with mature plants: since their shoots are not very flexible, shortening them and other similar actions can seriously injure the plant.
Ficus rubber: how to form the crown correctly?
The rules below designed for single ficus bushes, forming into one trunk.
In general, pruning ficus rubber is a simple task. The main thing is that you need to strictly follow all the rules for conducting it. Yes, it is necessary to be very careful with milky juice, which is dangerous to humans due to its toxicity. To avoid undesirable consequences, this work must be carried out wearing protective gloves.
Formation of an unusual crown
If necessary, even a novice plant grower can give the ficus rubber plant quite original shape.
In the process of pruning ficus benjamina or rubber plant, care must be taken to so that the braid does not subsequently open. To do this, it is recommended to garter the trunks using soft threads. It's best if they are woolen. Typically, dressings are performed every two months.
In some cases, for the normal development of the ficus, the installation of a support is required. In this case, you can easily see how spectacular and original the rubber plant will be.
Conclusion
Ficus rubber, however, like other representatives of this family, is best known for its decorativeness. However, this does not mean that the grower will not have to take measures for this. If you know how to form the crown of ficus Benjamin, then you can easily cope with the rubber-bearing species.
You should know that only those specimens that are subject to regular pruning. After all, the beauty of the ficus can be achieved through the formation of the crown. Beginning gardeners can also prune ficus benjamina beautifully at home, because ficus plants are very compact plants, so there are no particular difficulties in carrying out this operation.
How to properly form a ficus crown
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In order for the plant to begin to branch as quickly as possible and produce lateral shoots, it is necessary to do regular pruning, as well. New branches will begin to appear on the sides, the flower will become beautiful.
How to make a ficus bonsai yourself, a short master class
In order for the roots to form a crown in accordance with the bonsai style that you have chosen, you need to prune the shoot several times, so growth in height will be stopped. Pruning is carried out until the desired volume of the trunk is obtained.
You can use a garter or use wire. The top is attached to the base of the tree. And with the help of wire you can give the desired shape to the branches. After a few weeks it will be possible to remove it.
How to form a ficus in the form of a standard
To make a ficus standard, you need to start removing the side shoots almost immediately after planting, only 5 shoots remain. As soon as the desired growth is achieved, you need to stimulate the growth of the side branches; for this, those on top are pinched.