You know what growing succulents and cacti has taught me over the years? Imperfection is beauty. Whether the symmetry is ruined by a flower stalk (like in the last photo) or busted leaf, or a chunk is missing, or it’s just a wonky-ass plant – the beauty lies in imperfection and letting these beautiful plants grow as they choose, do what they do.
I thought that one was a gonner. The outer leaves have been mushy for like a month, I have no idea why. Not overwatering. Could just be pulling in energy for serious growth (that’s what they do, they take water/energy from the outer leaves which die off and then replaced by new inner leaves).
The center is good and firm though, so not too concerned.
This is my Ficus. In a way, it’s shocking that it’s still alive given that it’s been with me through hell and back, and there were definitely times that I neglected it. It is slowly recovering (and it needs a trim!) Pulled it out from it’s normal spot to sweep and thought it was the perfect light to take a picture.
Also…I think something is wrong with me.
Last night I was going about my business, and then suddenly remembered: as I pumped my fist, I said aloud, “Awww FUCK yeah! Tomorrow is watering day!”
If you want to encourage bushier growth, you can top off the taller growth. I’m not sure if it can be propagated but the part you cut off could be put in water to see if it grows roots and then planted back in the pot. Not sure about this particular plant, though. Or just let it grow the way it’s growing