Ficus Bonsai Vertical Braided Arrangement – Plant – FBV-857835

Description

Bonsai is closely resembling circumstances in nature. These styles are open to personal interpretation and creativity of nature.

What makes it special:
A Bonsai tree is a replication of nature.
Enhance the aesthetic appeal.
A tree which is planted in a shallow container.
Best for both indoor and outdoor.

Ficus is one of the most popular trees for Bonsai. It is an excellent tree for beginners and pros alike. The tree grows oval-shaped, dark green leaves. The trunk of the ficus is thick and bulbous, reddish-gray and has tiger-like stripes. The leaves grow densely, giving you a thick canopy.Idea location for this bonsai is the sunny window sill, terrace, balcony, patio, outdoor garden, etc.Plant Specifications

Plant Height
30 inch (76 cm)

Plant Spread
20 inch (51 cm)

*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%

Common Name
Fig, Chinese Banyan

Difficulty Level
Easy to grow

Planting and careSunlightThe ficus should be positioned outside or near window in a sunny or semi-shaded place. Keep the plant indoor or outdoor with 3 to 5 hours of sunlight. SoilThe soil should be well drained and fertile rich in oragnic content. WateringPoke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.Application of FertilizerDuring the main growing season feed the organic fertilizer once a month.Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.Re-pottingRepot the bonsai every two in spring seaon. It tolerate root pruning well.Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.For re-potting procedure click here

Prunning:Trim the new shoots leaving one or two pairs of leaves. If the canopy becomes very dense the leaves should be thinned out in order to let light get in, prevent the inner twigs from dying and encourage back-budding.Plant ProtectionRemove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and dispose them away from the planting area.Spray Neem, Eucalyptus or Citrus oil for any insect/pest attack, as a primary treatment.
DontsDo not over-water the plant especially when the pot does not have drainage holes.Ficus Bonsai Vertical Braided Arrangement careInitial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:Keep the plant in Natural indirect /Artificial bright Light.Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it.
Key requirements to keep plant healthy:

Sunlight
2 to 4 house of direct sunlight

Watering
Medium

Soil
Well-drained and coarse potting soil

Temperature
25 to 35 degree C

Fertilizer
Bonsai fertilizer

Ficus Bonsai Vertical Braided Arrangement special featureRealistic representation of nature in the miniature form.Ficus Bonsai Vertical Braided Arrangement uses
Ornamental Use:
Bonsai use to create natural beauty in a small space