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title: "Should I separate this smaller branch growing off to the side into a…"
description: "Should I separate this smaller branch growing off to the side into a separate pot? It’s a ficus ruby."
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author: "Anna"
published: "2023-06-11T13:10:07.272Z"
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# Should I separate this smaller branch growing off to the side into a…

_Posted by Anna on 2023-06-11_

Should I separate this smaller branch growing off to the side into a separate pot? It’s a ficus ruby.

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## 4 comments

### Deanna commented on 2023-06-11

If you want 2 plants! Or you can root it and add to a big pot w both of them =)

### 9s commented on 2023-06-12

I would leave it alone. Ficus are very finicky when it comes to repotting and untangling their roots. If those plants have been together for some time, it’s likely their roots have intertwined. Splitting them can cause unnecessary stress to the plant because they look very happy right now.

#### Anna replied on 2023-06-12

I think you are right, thank you!

### Shuggaglider commented on 2023-06-13

It’s an adorable addition!!

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