Thanks to its small tree-like appearance with its thick trunk, small, shiny green leaves, and its easy maintenance, the Ficus Benjamina is perfect for growing as a bonsai. Here, we offer beautiful specimens already prepared in the bonsai form. Maintenance pruning can be done at any time. It also prefers high humidity, good, bright light, and is very susceptible to root rot. Avoid water remaining in the saucer. In addition, the Ficus Benjamina grows quickly; it is necessary to fertilize it regularly to prevent it from lacking nutrients. Like all fig trees, it does not like to be moved.
Caution: Handle with care! This plant contains latex and may cause irritation if it comes into contact with skin and eyes. May be toxic if swallowed.
- Family: Moraceae.
- Origin: India and Southeast Asia.
- Watering:
- Spring - Summer: Allow the soil to dry out by half between waterings.
- Fall - Winter: Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Type of soil: Rich, but very well-draining. Avoid letting water remain in the saucer.
- Brightness: Moderate to high.
- Orientation: West or 1 m from a south window.
- Growth: Fast.
- Temperature: Warm, never below 13ᵒC. Between 15ᵒC and 25ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 15 cm.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
