Bonsai ficus is very easy to keep, maintenance wise they require little, and are very unusual in looks compared to other bonsai trees.Being easy to keep, the bonsai ficus is a good starter for beginners.

Species To Try.

Growing ficus as a bonsai is a fairly simple task and enjoyable, though proper regular care is essential. by doing this you will learn the basics of care and the growth of your bonsai ficus. Some species worth trying is the dwarf ficus, the narrow leaf ficus, as well as the weeping ficus.

Range Of Temperature And Humidity.

There are over 600 species of ficus, a great many of them have thick waxy type leaves that allows the plant to survive well in very dry air. Your bonsai ficus is very tolerent to a range of humidity levels. best grown indoors, as they require temperatures of a minimum 55 F, though can be kept outdoors during the summer where the temperature day or night does not fall below 55 F.

propagation Of Ficus.

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.

Ficus Roots.

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.

Ficus Seed growing.

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.

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.

Last 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.