Ficus Bonsai

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The Ficus bonsai is a relatively common bonsai that comes in many different varieties. They usually contain small leaves, with a slow growing pattern when trimmed correctly. There are several varieties, of Ficus, including over 800 different species. The most common are the narrow leaf Ficus, the Ginseng Ficus and the weeping fig Ficus. The main difference of Ficus bonsai and other bonsai is that all Ficus bonsai should be kept indoors all year around. The majority of other bonsai trees do best outdoors during the spring, summer and early fall.

Watering

Ficus bonsai trees need to be kept well hydrated, but they generally do best if you let them dry out between watering. The soil should still be somewhat damp, but not completely dry. You should feel the soil daily, and make sure that you never let your bonsai tree go for extended periods of time dry. A Ficus does best with a pot that contains well drainage holes, and you should soak your tree for five to ten minutes before allowing it to drain. Water regularly during summer, and then reduce the moisture level during the dormant stages of winter. This will keep your plant alive, and thriving.
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Soil and Potting

All Ficus trees do well with moss growing in the soil, so when choosing which soil to buy it is important to find moss in the ingredients. Other ingredients include clay, lava rock and bark, which should obtain equal parts inorganic and organic. A healthy Ficus grows rapidly, and should be checked every year for repotting, but older Ficus trees can be repotted every other year. No matter if you buy premixed soil, or you make your own, it is important to find fresh products that are rich and will drain easily.

Training your Ficus Bonsai

All Ficus trees can outgrow your bonsai pot and home quickly if they are not adequately trimmed and pinched. We recommend that you check for new growth often, and trim whenever you feel that your bonsai needs. A Ficus is a fun tree for bonsai enthusiasts of all levels because you can trim frequently without harming the growth and health. If the bonsai is overgrowing or growing the wrong direction, do not be afraid to trim it. The Ficus generally do best when they remain natural and upright, however you can train the trunk and branches with bonsai wires that can curve and give a unique look to your Ficus tree.

The art form of bonsai can be very frustrating if you do not follow instructions, such as the ones above. We recommend a mild climate for a Ficus bonsai that does not need to be moved very often. Avoid cold drafts, and allow for adequate light and humidity for the best results. The most important note for this article is that you check the moisture levels regularly, no matter what type of bonsai tree you have obtained. The Ficus bonsai can provide many years of lush growth and beauty for your home