Bonsai ficus plants require little maintenance, are unusual in appearance compared to other trees, and for beginners the ficus is the ideal plant to start a bonsai with.
Species Worth Trying.
Growing a bonsai ficus can be a reasonably simple and enjoyable hobby; however, taking regular and proper care of the plant is a must. It will allow you to learn the basics of growing since it is fairly easy to keep alive and healthy. Some of the species you might want to try growing include the dwarf ficus, narrow-leaf ficus, and the weeping ficus, all fine choices.
Range Of Temperature And Humidity.
Many ficus have thick waxy leaves, which allow them to tolerate extremely dry air. Fortunately ficus are really not to dependent on humidity and will grow well in a range of humidity levels. If you are growing your bonsai ficus outside for the summer remember to bring them back in as night temperatures get near 55 Fahrenheit.
Ficus And Propagation.
Propagating from your bonsai ficus is easy as the plant roots from cuttings well, without going into specifics just stick the cutting in soil, and it will soon root. That of course is if you do not have lots of young ficus already.
Roots Of Ficus.
A lot of ficus will naturally grow banyan roots, so this feature is used often with the styling of bonsai ficus with the air root and the root over the rock type styles, using superthrive, on a monthly basis will help in the forming of the banyan roots.
Growing Seeds from Ficus.
Ficus can be grown from seeds,and you can add to your collection of bonsai ficus using this method, but they require heat and humidity, and will easily succumb to mold.
Watering Ficus Plants.
The watering of your bonsai ficus is easy, ficus do like dry periods in between any watering, allow the soil to dry then water, just feel the soil on a regular basis. You may find during autumn and winter especially that it may start dropping leaves or, start to turn yellow, if this happens then stop watering, as it is likely being over watered.
General Thoughts.
Learning about the basics of caring for your bonsai ficus will encourage you to want to know more, and to keep other types of bonsai trees, both indoor and out door.
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As you decide on what bonsai to keep indoors or outdoors, make sure you check out Davey Cruzz's excellent free articles at Ficus Bonsai Tree and Japanese Bonsai
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