How to prune ginseng fig

When to prune ginseng fig

The best time to prune ginseng fig is in spring, and the specific time can be selected in May. If you want to use the pruned branches of ginseng fig for cuttings, the length of the branches should be about 15-20 cm. Trim all the leaves at the bottom of the branches, and then cut the branches into fluffy, breathable sand.

Ginseng fig pruning

When pruning ginseng fig, you should first cut off the diseased branches, because leaving the diseased branches will consume nutrients and continue to spread pathogens, which is not conducive to the growth of the plant. You should also prune off branches that grow too long in time, otherwise it will seriously affect the appearance and beauty.

In addition, the leaves that grow too densely on the ginseng fig should be trimmed off. This will not only increase the beauty of the plant, but also increase the ventilation inside the plant, and the leaves will grow greener.

Ginseng fig grows faster when pruned

When cultivating ginseng fig, it will be grafted for ornamental purposes. After the grafted plant has grown into shape, if you want it to grow faster, you can pick off all the leaves and keep a small part of each branch to let it sprout again.