In principle, it is not necessary to cut the fiddle fig. The tree cultivated in the room or on the terrace grows very well with good care. However, you can achieve better branching of the fiddlestick fig by pruning. You can also take cuttings to breed new offshoots.

If the fiddle fig gets too big, it can be shortened

Cutting the violin fig is not necessary

If you have enough space, especially in winter, just leave the violin fig alone. The tree grows quite straight but can reach a considerable height in a good location.

If the violin fig gets too tall, you can simply shorten it by cutting off the top shoot. As a rule, the tree branches out in the upper regions after pruning.

The best time for pruning is early spring, when the fiddlehead fig begins its growth phase. In winter you should not shorten the plant or only very sparingly.

How to achieve better fiddle fig branching

For a fiddle fig to branch well and form a bushy crown, simply cut off the top tips.

Use a sharp knife for this so that the shoots do not fray and no bacteria or germs can nest.

The cut off tips can be used very well as head cuttings to propagate the violin fig.

Cut cuttings for propagation

  • Cut head cuttings
  • Dip cut ends in hot water
  • let dry briefly
  • put in prepared pots
  • set up warm and bright
  • keep moist
  • resp. wrap with cling film

For the propagation of violin figs you need head cuttings. To do this, cut off non-lignified head shoots with a length of about 20 cm.

To prevent the slightly toxic milky juice from escaping and the cutting from drying out, briefly dip the cut ends in lukewarm water. Then let them dry.

In order for roots to form, place the pots with the cuttings in a light and warm place. Temperatures between 25 and 30 degrees are ideal.

tips

The fiddle fig contains a milky sap that is slightly toxic. Wash your hands thoroughly after touching the plant. To be on the safe side, you should wear gloves when cutting.

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