Bonsai trees
The Ficus bonsaiPublished: 02/27/2007 Latin name Ficus Common name Ficus Description This tree has a lots of sorts and varietes. There are about 1000 - 2000 known species of the ficus tree around the world. We will publish a detailed article on this bonsai soon. sponsored links Type indoor Maintenance Light: It is recommended to keep it at bright and shiny places. Avoid direct midday sun using drapery or other protection. During summer, it is very good to put them outside once the temperature has exceeded 15°C. Temperature and exposure Keep at 15°C and higher temperatures. Pruning and forming You can form it with wire. However, use wire for short periods only. Let them grow continuously during the first year. Start forming ficus during the second year of it's age. Prune new sprouts and divide one into two smaller. Soil and replanting Planting a tree into the bonsai pot should be done when it becomes at least three years old; You should consider replanting each two years. Use soil which consists of three parts of argillaceous rock, 5 parts of peat, and 2 parts of sand or granulate clay. Watering and fertilization The soil must be soft-dampy and should not dry up. Fertilize every week from Spring to Autumn. During the Winter periods, fertilize each 2 or 4 weeks depending on conditions and requirements. Reproduction By cutting at any time. Or by seeds. Styles Is suitable for all styles types and can grow in various sizes. Bear in mind that trees with small leafs should grow smaller. Pictures This is a place for pictures of real Ficus bonsai trees. If you have any, send us them and they will be published with your copyright and link to your site if necessary.  This article has been viewed 4887 time(s). We recommend you to visit:
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