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MelGreens

[ BURGUNDY FICUS ELASTICA ] I cut my ficus in the end of June. My goal was to make it grow bushier instead of taller. I cut the top part right under 2 different nodes, let both cuttings callous for 24h and then put them in water until they made roots. Once the roots were about 2" long and started branching out, I stuck the cuttings back in the same pot as the mother plant. New leaves are growing everywhere so it's definitely bushier and the branches from the cuttings got a to y bit longer as well. My questions are : - The new leaves have been growing very slowly compared to when other leaves grew before cutting it and they are smaller as well. - Should I repot all 3 stems (mother + 2 new ones) into a bigger pot ? - What type of light have your ficus elasticas been thriving in ? Because I'm confused from everything I've been reading on the internet and on the app. All your tips to help me achieve my goal are welcome.

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  1. Riley

    I’m pretty sure that ficuses like bright direct light if you introduce it to them slowly, but be careful moving it to a spot with bright light immediately, since it can burn

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    • MelGreens

      Alright, I'll do it slowly ! Thanks 😊

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  2. Adrian

    My burgundy is in a south-facing windowsill and opened its new leaf up within 3 days of bringing him home, but if you want to gently transition it to a brighter light or err on the side of caution, you can put it close to a south window rather than right in the windowsill. I was told when I first got into ficuses that though they can tolerate low light conditions, they like bright light too, but as Riley mentioned, something like being in direct outdoor sunlight can burn them. I do believe they are known to be slower growers as well, so as long as there isn’t any damage or change to the leaves or the plant’s health, I don’t see much cause for alarm. Hope this helps!

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  3. Blute

    I am no expert but I read or saw somewhere (I believe Happy happy houseplant on instagram) that if you change the lighting they were used to receiving, it can cause they’re leaf size to change. I believe you should only repot every one to two years or if the roots are coming out of the bottom. Too much room can lead to root rot. I have a burgundy ficus about half a foot from a south facing window, another one that is 2 feet from an east facing window, and one that I chopped and propagated directly in the east facing window. It’s growing the biggest new leaf so far of all my burgundies. Tanner the planter and Happy Happy Houseplant on instagram offer great information on houseplants too!

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    • MelGreens

      I did in fact change the lighting it was used to. If I put it back where it was, will it fix the leave size problem ? Ok great for the repotting. I was just wondering how tight was too tight in terms of space since they're 3 now ! I've only repotted once in 18 months. The only windows I have that are east facing are either too close to the air conditioning/heater or have a draft in winter (I live in an old house) 😕 I'm so sad because it would've been the perfect spot right in my living room Also ; I LOVE Tanner the Planter hahah ! Thanks for the other ressource tho ☺️

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    • Adrian

      🤔 you could perhaps get a grow light for the ficus. As for tightness, I’ve heard ficuses enjoy being fairly snug or a little root-bound, similar to jades and peperomia.

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    • Blute

      I think that might fix the leaf size problem, but I will say your plant is beautiful so I think it just depends on your preference! Haha and yes Tanner is great! So knowledgeable

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    • Adrian

      Agreed. And like I said, ficuses can just take some time to grow, especially after a considerable haircut. It’s very possible your plant is doing just fine in its current spot, and just needs some patience to grow back. It looks quite healthy, though.

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    • MelGreens

      Thanks a ton ❤️ I like big leaves, so I want them to grow more! I'll just give it time, but I don't want to move her too much.

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