Can you cut off the top of the ficus tree?

well, back in the day of 1954 the ficus was a prized plant. the best way it can be pruned is on a steamy July day. you must first gaze at the ficus' beauty and figure out the best way you can love your tree in the very way it derserves to be loved. LOVE YOUR TREE and GROW MORE. :)

The best time to prune Florida ficuses is in the summer and when it rains. Avoid pruning during dry season or in the winter. Water help the ficus recover quickly from an effective prunning. It is also recommended that ficuses be pruned a lot before hurricane season. Prune all branches as you wish as ficuses are not affected by heavy pruning. Large ficuses have shallow roots and the canopy tends to overgrow in Florida making them vulnerable to hurricanes and strong winds. You can't go wrong doing substantial pruning to a ficus so long as it is watered properly, it receives sunlight, and is healthy. Pruning will extend its life as it will soon recover and flourish, especially when it is well watered and sunlit. So go ahead and show your love by pruning without fear. Your ficus will love you back!