AusBonsai

i was looking at the bonsai south web site gallery's at the fig trees which all had excellent ramification on them i was wondering how this is achieved any info would be great . I am thinking of buying longs book on figs to learn more,

From what I understand ( though not sucessful yet as I do not have any been worked that long) is to cut back to the first or second leaf as each new shoot extends. Over time the tree will give finer ramified growth

Essentially the same as any other tree too.

Ken

Paulneill, if you like figs then you should buy this book!!!!

Mick

I love Leongs book on figs. Some great pictures to drool over and great advice.
Well worth it.
Regards,
Michael

Hi Paul

Worth getting the book indeed for detailed info on Figs in Oz climate. Like any tree you need to work on developing the primary and secondary branch structure first, then maintain good pruning habits and techniques to develop the ramification. Once the initial structure is there, defoliation will get the shoots you require for the tertiary development. Pruning to the first 2 leaves works at this time, and removing the new shoot when the leaves are still small is the key. And then keep it up.

I love seeing mine defoliated and often display it this way at our show. Have fun along the way

Tony