First off…I know some of my decisions weren’t best practice, but it worked out lol. Seeking any advice as a novice. I bought this ficus in December and moved it from it’s nursery pot to the blue one temporarily until I found a a shallow pot I liked to plant it in its home. I pruned it 28 days ago, and re-potted it into its long-term home 21 days ago. I’ve done quite a bit of chopping as you can see, and I’m growing lots of new leaves and limbs. I now plan to let many of the branches grow thick over 2026 before re-evaluating. Is it recommended for regular pruning of the thin branches that I want to grow thick? Or, would it be best to leave it be for about 6-8 months, then resume pruning? **Nature permitting, my plan is to significantly expand the width of the trunk and the main, exposed roots. I’d be happy with about 2-3 more inches of height, but that’s it. Years from now I want a chunky trunk with fat limbs, and short stalky branches.
