Pruning chicago hardy fig tree

When can I start pruning my Chicago Hardy fig tree? When I put in the ground this year, it was a little twig. Now it’s about 6 feet and about an inch in diameter. I had two figs growing, not to maturity though, they were plucked. If I top it off or prune, would it affect the crop?

Thank you,
Stephen.

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#1 Comment By Alisma On 11/06/2016 @ 3:37 pm

Pruning is optional for figs, and is only necessary if you need to restrict the size of your tree. Here is some information on pruning fig trees:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/pruning-fig-trees.htm ^[1]
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/mg214 ^[2]

Topping is not recommended.

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