i try to keep 50% of the stem under water, and they never rot. Thanks for mentioning when you actually took the cutting because that is my main question. i would try to prune the top tip of your tree, make sure to do so in the months when it starts growing, like late spring or early summer, and move your it to an outdoor setting (early morning or late afternoon sun is ok) during the summer so that it can get more light and grow fuller, then transition it back indoors gradually at the end of the summer. I have a mature FLF that was about 5 feet tall. They’re very susceptible to problems and they have a low success rate of growing into a full plant. Should I have separated it into 2? You can also grow a fiddle leaf fig in a protected spot on a deck or patio. I’m worried its growth may be stunted! The Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree Plant Food has the perfect ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium they need. It’s been about a month and the leaves at the top still seem healthy and happy. Remember those African Violets grown from leaf cuttings here? If your cuttings are in soil, you are all set! sound like your tree should be able to heal at the trunk, just keep the tape on for a few months! Remove the plant from the container, gently tease the roots and cut away any circled or tangled roots. Thank you, hi Michalis! There’s no need to change water during this time. The best part is, you can use it on your parent plant as well as your new baby. =), Thank you so much for the beautiful post. How did yours turn so tall and top heavy? mist your FLF the first couple of weeks to help it adapt. However this would mean you will need a piece of branch. It also comes with a free Complete Propagation Guide, which includes photos and step-by-step instructions. Really helpful tips!! Days and weeks went by and I continued to pamper my little stick tree. I love my sweet plant and I’d love to have successful babies! The nodes are where leaves and buds grow on stems. Googling suggests that in theory it can be propagated from a single leaf but I haven’t had much luck with that… so far. Another question, how can I encourage the FLF tree to sprout multiple limbs and not just continue to shoot upward on the same stalk? Its now 5th June so we’ve started our winter here in NSW Australia but I’ve noticed rigorous new growth of huge bright green leaves on the fiddle leaf. That’s the look i want. Because it is more challenging for cuttings to to absorb water in soil, I used a clear plastic bag to cover the cuttings planted in soil. I was curious as to if I could grow from a leaf it was successful but not only that but there was a tear in the leaf itself and roots was growing from the tear. we water our fiddle leaf fig trees once a week, and in winter when plants are not actively growing, they need even less water , as for the branching, i don’t think pruning would work 100%, because ours are still single trunks after pruning. I don’t currently use any fertilizer or growth-stimulant, but should I be? they are so easy to root, excited for your new fig melissa! I am so happy to have found this post. It’s possible to propagate a new plant from your existing fig. =). I was so upset when I saw an entire branch break off, but then I thought: maybe I can propogate this one by placing it in a cup of water. I learned a lot from all your fiddle leaf fig articles and happy to report that our propagated fig tree is growing fast now! If you have any experience growing a Fiddle Fig tree from a single leaf, please DO share in the comments! So there you have it! Thanks! I place the base of 2 stem cuttings and 1 leaf in water, and planted the other 2 stem cuttings in moist potting soil. The nutrients in the mix will give your propagated fig a constant supply of food as its roots become established. I think I cut it a week ago.. seems fine. Encourage straight, upright growth by turning the pot by 90-180 degrees every few weeks, so all sides of the plant are exposed to the maximum amount of light. When I first tried to propagate Fiddle Leaf Fig in 2015, I tested two methods and had 100% success on all four stem cuttings! Hi Ananda. If you start this process in the spring, there’s still plenty of time for both of your fiddle leafs to put on a show. =) you can plant it now. Can I still do that??? But before you rush off to the garden center, consider another approach. thank you so much for sharing this tip! First let’s break down the biology of plants for you. Hello Ananda thank you that tip works! For now I placed the leaf in water. E.g. 5. If you’re successful, your new baby plant will be an exact genetic replica of its parent. Is a general potting mix okay or do you recommend something more specific for this plant? I would like to ask you, how many cm of the stems were in the water(i ‘m worried If water makes them rot). Ahh, the “popcorn” stem photos here have given me peace of mind! Think you have a black thumb? Without pollination, a fiddle leaf fig cannot grow. I was wondering if there was a follow-up post on how these two cuttings are doing? Do you think it will grow another leaf? Whereas traditional rooting powders won’t work when you’re starting off in water, the gel will continue to nurture your new plant as you wait for the roots to emerge. Please post some update photos! Most likely they are grass seeds and you’ll waste your money and be frustrated. (you won’t believe it), plus 5 best care tips! hi cee! A fast acting, liquid fertiliser ideal for feeding a wide range of ornamental flowers, shrubs and trees, as well as vegies and herbs. As well as that it has many many side branches because every time I tried to cut it back it grew multiple heads from where it was cut. Hopefully, i wasnt being too ambitious! And then I saw another and another! you can always cut the top 2′ off in future when you to propagate new plants, and the cut tree would branch at top! We made a YouTube video about our experience with FLF propagation. What can I do differently the next time I get a cutting? Well I still have it in water and there’s a lot of roots but I’m getting ready to plant it. Propagating a new plant is quick and easy. New leaves are usually too small to propagate successfully. View this post on Instagram. Which leads to today’s tutorial- Fiddle Leaf Fig propagation made easy!