How do you care for a tiger bark Ficus?

The Bonsai Ficus can tolerate occasional over- or underwatering….Water the ficus normally.

1. Soft water with room temperature is perfect.
2. Daily misting to maintain humidity is advised, but don’t overdo this, otherwise fungal problems can appear.
3. The warmer the position of the fig during winter, the more water it needs.

How do you care for a ficus retusa plant?

Ficus retusa loves it when air moisture is high.

1. You can mist the leaves several times a week with soft water, especially in winter.
2. You can rest the pot of your Ficus retusa on a tray of clay pebbles full of water, without having the pot touch the water itself.

How fast does ficus retusa grow?

Ficus, or fig trees, are fast-growing subtropical and tropical climate trees. They are also grown as shrubs, bushes and indoor houseplants. Exact growth rates differ greatly from species to species and site to site, but healthy, fast-growing trees usually reach 25 feet within 10 years.

How big does a ficus retusa get?

Ficus retusa is a rapidly growing, rounded, broad-headed, evergreen shrub or tree that can reach 10 metres (33 ft) in height with an equal spread. The smooth, light grey trunk is quite striking, can grow to around 1 metre (3.3 ft) in diameter, and it firmly supports the massively spreading canopy.

How often should I repot my Ficus bonsai tree?

The grower can work on fig trees with nearly unlimited creativity, which increases the appeal of ficus as a Bonsai plant considerably. Repotting: Repot the tree during spring every other year, using a basic soil mixture. Ficus tolerates root-pruning very well.

What kind of root system does a Ficus bonsai need?

Most ficus Bonsai trees can produce aerial roots in their natural habitat, which are often presented in appealing Bonsai creations with many aerial root pillars or root over rock styles. To enable aerial root growth in our homes a humidity of nearly 100% must be achieved artificially.

What makes a Ficus mircocarpa a bonsai tree?

UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS: Ficus mircocarpa is imported from China. It adapts well to bonsai culture and will develop quickly. Can be grown indoors or in low light conditions. Makes numerous aerial roots. Ficus likes full sun and moderate water and fertilizer. This is a tropical tree, keep away from freezing temperatures.

What kind of weather does a Ficus bonsai need?

Sometimes it is grafted with Ficus microcarpa leaves (combining it to a Ficus microcarpa ginseng). Placement : The ficus Bonsai tree is an indoor tree that does not endure frosty conditions. It can be kept outside in the summer as long as temperatures are above 60°F (15°C).