Tropicals & Tender Perennials: pruning & propagation questions, 0 by Buckthorne

Buckthorne wrote:
I have a standard which has branches nearly 3' long at this point. This is the first standard that I've ever made and I'm wondering if I should prune back these laterals or leave them. My concern is that they might become too heavy and break off from the main stem. Since I don't need it to be an attractive plant until it gets set outside in May, is it advisable to prune back the lateral branches now? Do these laterals ever become too heavy in a standard?

I've also started some seed and wonder if they should receive bottom heat?

Thanks!