I wish I could add a pic here but this worked wonderfully for me! I didn't propagate... but I should have pruned my leggy FLF years ago. It was taller than me, I cut it to about 4 ft tall. Now I've got 3 or 4 branches starting to sprout.
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant I have several beautiful, big leaves. However, I noticed some evidence of root rot on the older leaves. I quickly repotted it according to your videos. *fingers crossed* that the new leaves aren't going to be affected since I acted so quickly
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant I cut off the top about a month ago. I have what I think are two new limbs starting and three other buds, not sure if they will develop. My question today is about the propagation situation. I started out with about six leaves I left on and a fairly good size stem. A week or so ago I read that fewer Leaves are better and I took off all but two. However it hasn’t made the roots grow any bigger. For at least two weeks, the roots are small several maybe 1/8 long, the rest are white nubbin along the last four or five inches of the stem, and I haven’t seen much improvement. Also a leaf bud seems to be developing between the two nice green leaves. Any hints or ideas what I should do if anything? Because of dehydration I added a new cup of water with measured propagation liquid to it.
I would repot first then once the plant has acclimated to the new pot and is healthy, then notch for more branching. For more support, we would love to have you inside our helpful fiddle leaf fig community! Fiddleleaffigplant.com/community
Great video! My question is- after pruning my straight fig, it branched into a Y shape. What do I do now? Prune below the Y, or prune the 2 branches that shape the Y?
Good question! You can prune the 2 branches that shape the Y so that more branches form and produce a fuller looking lollipop shop on the top. Happy Growing!
Great video, very helpful! Is it possible to cut off too much of fiddle leaf fig? I've let this one get way too big as single stalk, is now hitting a 10' ceiling. Is it ok to cut off approx. 5'? And then cut that 5' into smaller segments to propagate? Thanks!
That is a great question! You can cut as much as you like and cut the portion into sections for propagation. Keep in mind that wherever you cut, that main stem will no longer get taller, but the branches that form will.
Thanks for all your incredible knowledge. I feel like I’m doing everything right, but when I cut off my new growth, I indeed got two new plants from the cuttings, but… my original plant only gave me one new branch. It’s happened twice on this plane. At each cut location, only one branch grows. Any recommendations on how to get my tree to get two branches?
Great question! More light would be needed. These plants need a ton of energy to grow new branches. Adding a supplemental grow light nearby can help the plant get that boost it needs to grow more than 1 branch at a time.
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant thanks! I’ve got two potential places to cut. One on brown woody stem (where I don’t really see branch buds) and one place on green stem where I do see buds. Which would you recommend? I prefer the brown wood location because it will look better if the tree branches there, but if I don’t see buds in the notches is that a problem?
Wind training for fiddle leaf figs is how you can get the trunk to grow thicker, stronger, and straighter. Gently 'wiggle' the plant every week and over time, your trunk will be thick enough to notch or prune. Happy Growing!
Hello Claire, I have an indoor fig tree that has lost almost all the leaves. I think as you mentioned in your video, it might need pruning. I’m not sure where to prune it and what to do to save it. It was a gift from a dear friend and I don’t want to lose it. Please help me. Thank you so much. 🙏🏻
If it has lost its leaves, I would prune the stem and branches down until you see sap come out of the I inside. Then leave it in the brightest / sunniest spot you have in your home up against and in front of your brightest window. Water when the top inches of soil are dry and ensure the water is draining really well out the bottom drainage holes. Your plant will come back!
Hi, Claire! I've tried this a number of times with both my fiddle leafs and indian rubber plants but always just end up with a single branch sprouting growing the cut, never more. What am I doing wrong? Thanks!
Have done the is so many times, but it only ever produces 1 new branch so I have a lopsided single stem. What should I do? This has happened to me with multiple plants.
Have you tried notching in multiple places to encourage more branching on the other side? This video will help with notching! ruclips.net/video/-z2c4UtxASI/видео.html
Dont cut it that short!!!! You will regret it.... I did. Mine are 12 feet tall and gorgeous indoor trees, they will purify your indoor air and feel like you are in a rainforest! Mine make me very happy each day... also use grow lights during the winter months when sun light is limited. I use a flood fixture with a huge grow light for each and keep your home very warm, place a humidifier near. You will be amazed by the results. I've been growing fiddle figs trees for 22 years. Notching on multiple areas as she suggests is a good technique to grow a fuller tree. Hope all of these suggestions help you! If all your plants do the same, maybe you should do something different ☺️. Maybe they all lean towards the sun, so rotate it, let it dry on the surface between watering. Fertilize in spring and winter and use grow lights!
My plant is 6 ft tall and no bushy look. Can I cut down to 4 ft near a node? Meaning can I cut quite a bit of length off the top of my plant without harming?
Dont cut it that short!!!! You will regret it.... I did. Mine are 12 feet tall and gorgeous indoor trees, they will purify your indoor air and feel like you are in a rainforest! Mine make me very happy each day... also use grow lights during the winter months when sun light is limited. I use a flood fixture with a huge grow light for each and keep your home very warm, place a humidifier near. You will be amazed by the results. I've been growing fiddle figs trees for 22 years. Notching as she suggests is a good technique to grow a fuller tree. Hope all of these suggestions help you!
You can try pruning or notching again to create more branches. More light will help with producing multiple branches at once. For more support, you are welcome to join and post inside our helpful fiddle leaf fig community! fiddleleaffigplant.com/community
Great question! Pruning would be the best way to encourage branching to occur. If you prune, there will be multiple branches form just below the spot where you make the chop!
Mine is 6' tall, so I cut the top off to make it branch. Now it's a "Y" shape, and right back to 6' tall again. The bottom leaves have all fallen off, and the leaves below the "Y" are laying down along the stem. Although it appears to be healthy, with bright new growth at the top, it's not very attractive. Should I attempt to notch it between the leaves that are hanging downward, or below them where all the leaves are gone? How many notches should I cut? Please advise, Claire! Thanks.
Hi Robynne, you can attempt notch wherever you would like to see additional growth and branches appear. This can be in multiple areas of your tree. Best to do 3-5 or more notches to ensure at least 1-2 are successful. Also, is your plant ready for the next size up in pot? If you want your plant to continue to grow taller, having a bigger pot size will allow the root system to grow further and eventually grow into a larger tree. This notching guide video is in-depth and will be a big help for you! ruclips.net/video/-z2c4UtxASI/видео.html
I cut the top of mine last year and two branches grew out at the top and now it’s shaped like the letter Y and it looks weird. I removed some of the individual leaves along the trunk (base of the Y). I don’t know where to prune to make it branch. I don’t want more branching at the top (arms of the Y) but there’s no spot along the trunk unless I cut it down again (cut the arms of the Y). I’m not sure what to do with it.
Notching sounds like the technique to try to get your current branches to grow and continue to fill out. Also, is your plant receiving enough light? Adding a grow light can help promote more growth along the existing branches.
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant Thanks for responding! I will trying notching and will also look into getting a grow light. It’s right by a window and seems to grow well- just not the way I want it to grow. Lol! Thanks again for the helpful information!
I was told never to behead the fiddle leaf or you end up with the Y looking weird plant...sorry this happen, I am trying to get branches to grow with no success with the above method. I made 5 notches and nothing happened.
If I'm not mistaken. There are 2 common types, the bambino FLF whc is the dwarf version and the regular FLF. The bambino one has thicker and darker/greener leaves, whilst the bigger regular leaves FLF has much bigger and lighter green colour. Ya, the leaves get deeper in green with the intensity of the light. At least in my case, they shoot new leaves every few weeks when placed in super bright+direct light. Cheers
Great question Gloria! If the plant is at the height you like it to be and no longer want the main stalk to get taller, you can prune it at the point where you want branches to grow. It's best for pruning and notching to be done on mature plants with bark covered trunks.
Hi Glenda, if you want the main stem to grow taller, I would not prune. Once you prune, the main stem stays the same height but the branches that form will grow taller.
I pruned 3 leaves from my 4' tall bambino and it now has 10 new leaves growing from 2 new branches! But...now my plant is lopsided and bending over. I tried notching lower on trunk, but nothing yet. Any suggestions? I'm going for a bushy plant, not tree.
Hi Melissa, congrats on your new growth that is fantastic! You can gently wiggle your plant regularly so that the plant grows straight and tall. You can encourage more branches by continuing to notch lower down. That is the best way to create growth without pruning the plant. For more help and advice please join and post inside our helpful fiddle leaf fig community fiddleleaffigplant.com/community
Hi friend (please please help me) I my fiddle leaf fig top was eaten by a rat🐀 outdoors but the best thing is it did not only sprout 1or 2 or 3 but 8 branches . I was very happy about this but , Can it get leaves on the bottom of the new eight branches, by any method you know???
Great question, new growth will come from the top. But you can use a technique called notching to create growth lower down. Here is a great tutorial on how to do this: ruclips.net/video/-z2c4UtxASI/видео.html
Hi Jan, when I say to cut, it means to completely cut the top off of the plan. When you prune (cut) you make a cut at a 45 degree angle with sterile scissors. This process will result in new branches just below where you make the cut. Hope this helps!
If you have a growing tree you will see nodes on the branches / trunk. Best recommendation is to post a photo inside our helpful fiddle leaf fig community and our members can help you find the nodes. Happy Growing! fiddleleaffigplant.com/community
Hi Linda, has there been any change in the air or temperature lately? Was the plant moved recently? For more support, please join our online community and submit your photos and questions for help from other fiddle leaf fig lovers. facebook.com/groups/fiddleleaffigplantresource
Good question! Did you go deep enough? The injury should be deep enough to draw sap and that will disrupt the flow of the dormant leaf buds. Notching is around 50% successful so keep trying!
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I wish I could add a pic here but this worked wonderfully for me! I didn't propagate... but I should have pruned my leggy FLF years ago. It was taller than me, I cut it to about 4 ft tall. Now I've got 3 or 4 branches starting to sprout.
That is great!
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant I have several beautiful, big leaves. However, I noticed some evidence of root rot on the older leaves. I quickly repotted it according to your videos. *fingers crossed* that the new leaves aren't going to be affected since I acted so quickly
Thanks!
Thank you so much, Claudia!!
Claire has guv n me great info AND courage to KNOW I CAN do anything she says I can do! Way to go Claire!
Happy New year and many happy fiddles🥳🎩🍾
Thank you! Happy New Year to you as well!
My fiddle leaf needs to be transplanted in a larger pot should I wait to propagate after I transplant. How long should I wait?
You can propagate before repotting. Your plant will be fine! Thank you for growing with us!
Thank you for the information. I have followed your directions and now am waiting❣️
Wonderful! Let me know how it 'grows'!
I have a contrary fiddle leaf fig, so I am looking forward to this working. Thank you.
Good luck!
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant I cut off the top about a month ago. I have what I think are two new limbs starting and three other buds, not sure if they will develop. My question today is about the propagation situation. I started out with about six leaves I left on and a fairly good size stem. A week or so ago I read that fewer Leaves are better and I took off all but two. However it hasn’t made the roots grow any bigger. For at least two weeks, the roots are small several maybe 1/8 long, the rest are white nubbin along the last four or five inches of the stem, and I haven’t seen much improvement. Also a leaf bud seems to be developing between the two nice green leaves. Any hints or ideas what I should do if anything? Because of dehydration I added a new cup of water with measured propagation liquid to it.
I havI have a single stalk fiddle leaf fig. I wantt o repot but I alsow wnat to grow branches. May I repot and notch around the same time?e a stalk
I would repot first then once the plant has acclimated to the new pot and is healthy, then notch for more branching. For more support, we would love to have you inside our helpful fiddle leaf fig community! Fiddleleaffigplant.com/community
Omg. Thanks for this vid
This is a great step by step video , Thank you so much for sharing, I’m gonna prune & propagate mine!🤗 🤞🏽
Glad it was helpful! Happy growing!
Claire is there a special time of year you should do this trimming to get the fiddle leaf to branch out?
Anytime is a good time so long as there is light for your plant. But spring / summer is best since that is when there is the most light available.
Great video!
My question is- after pruning my straight fig, it branched into a Y shape. What do I do now? Prune below the Y, or prune the 2 branches that shape the Y?
Good question! You can prune the 2 branches that shape the Y so that more branches form and produce a fuller looking lollipop shop on the top. Happy Growing!
Great video, very helpful! Is it possible to cut off too much of fiddle leaf fig? I've let this one get way too big as single stalk, is now hitting a 10' ceiling. Is it ok to cut off approx. 5'? And then cut that 5' into smaller segments to propagate? Thanks!
That is a great question! You can cut as much as you like and cut the portion into sections for propagation. Keep in mind that wherever you cut, that main stem will no longer get taller, but the branches that form will.
Thanks for all your incredible knowledge. I feel like I’m doing everything right, but when I cut off my new growth, I indeed got two new plants from the cuttings, but… my original plant only gave me one new branch. It’s happened twice on this plane. At each cut location, only one branch grows. Any recommendations on how to get my tree to get two branches?
Great question! More light would be needed. These plants need a ton of energy to grow new branches. Adding a supplemental grow light nearby can help the plant get that boost it needs to grow more than 1 branch at a time.
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant thanks! I’ve got two potential places to cut. One on brown woody stem (where I don’t really see branch buds) and one place on green stem where I do see buds. Which would you recommend? I prefer the brown wood location because it will look better if the tree branches there, but if I don’t see buds in the notches is that a problem?
@@kristinasherkdid you get any reply for this? I have exact same situation..
How often do you apply the propagation promoter to the cuts you make?
You can apply it after making the cut and that should help the notch along.
N someone explain how do you get the stem to thicken? Proning on thin stem does not make a sense.
Wind training for fiddle leaf figs is how you can get the trunk to grow thicker, stronger, and straighter. Gently 'wiggle' the plant every week and over time, your trunk will be thick enough to notch or prune. Happy Growing!
Hello Claire, I have an indoor fig tree that has lost almost all the leaves. I think as you mentioned in your video, it might need pruning. I’m not sure where to prune it and what to do to save it. It was a gift from a dear friend and I don’t want to lose it. Please help me. Thank you so much. 🙏🏻
If it has lost its leaves, I would prune the stem and branches down until you see sap come out of the I inside. Then leave it in the brightest / sunniest spot you have in your home up against and in front of your brightest window. Water when the top inches of soil are dry and ensure the water is draining really well out the bottom drainage holes. Your plant will come back!
How big the plan needs to be to do the cut? Mine is very small🙃 it has 9 leafs and is about 40 cm.
Pruning can be done any time but remember when you prune, branches will form just below the point of the cut.
Hi, Claire! I've tried this a number of times with both my fiddle leafs and indian rubber plants but always just end up with a single branch sprouting growing the cut, never more. What am I doing wrong? Thanks!
You have to cut pretty short down to where your plant is more woody it doesn't work when you just cut a small part of the very top
will this work for fruiting fig plants?
Yes Happy Growing!
What tool is at: 1:39
It looks dangerous.
Those are pruning scissors and shears! When notching you want to be careful with any type of scissor. Happy Growing! amzn.to/3NcBGIP
Have done the is so many times, but it only ever produces 1 new branch so I have a lopsided single stem. What should I do? This has happened to me with multiple plants.
Have you tried notching in multiple places to encourage more branching on the other side? This video will help with notching! ruclips.net/video/-z2c4UtxASI/видео.html
Dont cut it that short!!!! You will regret it.... I did. Mine are 12 feet tall and gorgeous indoor trees, they will purify your indoor air and feel like you are in a rainforest! Mine make me very happy each day... also use grow lights during the winter months when sun light is limited. I use a flood fixture with a huge grow light for each and keep your home very warm, place a humidifier near. You will be amazed by the results. I've been growing fiddle figs trees for 22 years. Notching on multiple areas as she suggests is a good technique to grow a fuller tree. Hope all of these suggestions help you!
If all your plants do the same, maybe you should do something different ☺️. Maybe they all lean towards the sun, so rotate it, let it dry on the surface between watering. Fertilize in spring and winter and use grow lights!
My plant is 6 ft tall and no bushy look. Can I cut down to 4 ft near a node? Meaning can I cut quite a bit of length off the top of my plant without harming?
Hi Beverly, that is a great question! Yes, you can cut your plant down to your desired height so that it promotes branches at that location.
Dont cut it that short!!!! You will regret it.... I did. Mine are 12 feet tall and gorgeous indoor trees, they will purify your indoor air and feel like you are in a rainforest! Mine make me very happy each day... also use grow lights during the winter months when sun light is limited. I use a flood fixture with a huge grow light for each and keep your home very warm, place a humidifier near. You will be amazed by the results. I've been growing fiddle figs trees for 22 years. Notching as she suggests is a good technique to grow a fuller tree. Hope all of these suggestions help you!
Can I do the same with a bambino giggle leaf?
Yes, once the plant is tall enough and has a bark covered stem you can notch or prune!
Thank you. So far just leaves shooting up from original branch. No other branches yet so want to start different one. It’s about 12 inches high.
Mine only branched once, so now I just have one branch off to side?
You can try pruning or notching again to create more branches. More light will help with producing multiple branches at once. For more support, you are welcome to join and post inside our helpful fiddle leaf fig community! fiddleleaffigplant.com/community
What if your fiddle leaf fig is already really tall and only one stalk. Its over 6 feet tall but with no branches, all one. Can I fix this?
Great question! Pruning would be the best way to encourage branching to occur. If you prune, there will be multiple branches form just below the spot where you make the chop!
Hmmmm.....
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What is this *Fiddle Leaf Fig* plant🌿and why am I slowly falling❤in-love❤with it?
They are gorgeous plants! Not as finicky as most people think. They just need a lot of light, proper water and nutrients, and they will thrive!
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Oooh...
That's good to know, thank you so much for sharing😁
Mine is 6' tall, so I cut the top off to make it branch. Now it's a "Y" shape, and right back to 6' tall again. The bottom leaves have all fallen off, and the leaves below the "Y" are laying down along the stem. Although it appears to be healthy, with bright new growth at the top, it's not very attractive.
Should I attempt to notch it between the leaves that are hanging downward, or below them where all the leaves are gone? How many notches should I cut?
Please advise, Claire! Thanks.
Hi Robynne, you can attempt notch wherever you would like to see additional growth and branches appear. This can be in multiple areas of your tree. Best to do 3-5 or more notches to ensure at least 1-2 are successful. Also, is your plant ready for the next size up in pot? If you want your plant to continue to grow taller, having a bigger pot size will allow the root system to grow further and eventually grow into a larger tree. This notching guide video is in-depth and will be a big help for you! ruclips.net/video/-z2c4UtxASI/видео.html
I cut the top of mine last year and two branches grew out at the top and now it’s shaped like the letter Y and it looks weird. I removed some of the individual leaves along the trunk (base of the Y). I don’t know where to prune to make it branch. I don’t want more branching at the top (arms of the Y) but there’s no spot along the trunk unless I cut it down again (cut the arms of the Y). I’m not sure what to do with it.
Notching sounds like the technique to try to get your current branches to grow and continue to fill out. Also, is your plant receiving enough light? Adding a grow light can help promote more growth along the existing branches.
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant Thanks for responding! I will trying notching and will also look into getting a grow light. It’s right by a window and seems to grow well- just not the way I want it to grow. Lol! Thanks again for the helpful information!
I was told never to behead the fiddle leaf or you end up with the Y looking weird plant...sorry this happen, I am trying to get branches to grow with no success with the above method. I made 5 notches and nothing happened.
Why are some fiddle leaf figs' leaves light green and some are darker shade of green? Is it the amount of light its getting?
If I'm not mistaken. There are 2 common types, the bambino FLF whc is the dwarf version and the regular FLF. The bambino one has thicker and darker/greener leaves, whilst the bigger regular leaves FLF has much bigger and lighter green colour.
Ya, the leaves get deeper in green with the intensity of the light. At least in my case, they shoot new leaves every few weeks when placed in super bright+direct light.
Cheers
Great question! Newer leaves will be lighter in color and darken over time as the leaf matures.
How old should I let plant get before cutting?
Great question Gloria! If the plant is at the height you like it to be and no longer want the main stalk to get taller, you can prune it at the point where you want branches to grow. It's best for pruning and notching to be done on mature plants with bark covered trunks.
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant so plant is grown when covered with bark and can be cut or pruned.
How can I knowing my fiddle is too young to cut for. Ranching
Hi Glenda, if you want the main stem to grow taller, I would not prune. Once you prune, the main stem stays the same height but the branches that form will grow taller.
At 6:40 pm. Have you written a book?
Yes! You can find more information here: fiddleleaffigplant.com/the-fiddle-leaf-fig-expert-book/
I pruned 3 leaves from my 4' tall bambino and it now has 10 new leaves growing from 2 new branches! But...now my plant is lopsided and bending over. I tried notching lower on trunk, but nothing yet. Any suggestions? I'm going for a bushy plant, not tree.
Hi Melissa, congrats on your new growth that is fantastic! You can gently wiggle your plant regularly so that the plant grows straight and tall. You can encourage more branches by continuing to notch lower down. That is the best way to create growth without pruning the plant. For more help and advice please join and post inside our helpful fiddle leaf fig community fiddleleaffigplant.com/community
Congratulations! Mine died:(
@@lauilau7099Did it die after you tried this method?
@@q2ggirl yes a few weeks after.but im pretty sure i over watered it or something like that
Hi friend (please please help me)
I my fiddle leaf fig top was eaten by a rat🐀 outdoors but the best thing is it did not only sprout 1or 2 or 3 but 8 branches . I was very happy about this but ,
Can it get leaves on the bottom of the new eight branches, by any method you know???
Great question, new growth will come from the top. But you can use a technique called notching to create growth lower down. Here is a great tutorial on how to do this: ruclips.net/video/-z2c4UtxASI/видео.html
@@FiddleLeafFigPlant Great. Thank you very and Happy Easter too
What does “cut” mean? Not clear. Are you cutting it off completely? Cutting in a little?
Hi Jan, when I say to cut, it means to completely cut the top off of the plan. When you prune (cut) you make a cut at a 45 degree angle with sterile scissors. This process will result in new branches just below where you make the cut. Hope this helps!
What if I can't find a node? It seems like there literally is none??
If you have a growing tree you will see nodes on the branches / trunk. Best recommendation is to post a photo inside our helpful fiddle leaf fig community and our members can help you find the nodes. Happy Growing! fiddleleaffigplant.com/community
Why are my leaf falling off all of such they are green no brown spot.
Hi Linda, has there been any change in the air or temperature lately? Was the plant moved recently? For more support, please join our online community and submit your photos and questions for help from other fiddle leaf fig lovers. facebook.com/groups/fiddleleaffigplantresource
Give more light
@@dayjuahnae696 ,yes sounds like it's getting to much water.
I put 5 notches on my fiddle leaf and nothing happened. It is in south facing with tons of light....nothing?
Good question! Did you go deep enough? The injury should be deep enough to draw sap and that will disrupt the flow of the dormant leaf buds. Notching is around 50% successful so keep trying!
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