Ficus Tree: Getting Into The Bonsai Making Hobby
Ficus Tree: Getting Into The Bonsai Making Hobby
The ficus tree is one of the favorites among bonsai enthusiasts all over the world. Since the ficus tree is easier to grow and cultivate compared to other exotic species, many bonsai masters use this type of tree to introduce their students to the art of bonsai making.
Is it safe to use the ficus tree when learning the art of bonsai making on your own? There is really no hard and fast rules that say you can only use this type of plant if you are working under the tutelage of a bonsai master. Anybody who is interested to learn the art of making miniature trees can use this type of plant. If you are really keen on using the ficus tree for your bonsai, make it a point to get a good plant from the nursery. If you have no idea what to look for in a ficus tree, ask the plant nursery staff for help. These people know their plants so they can help you choose which ones are good for you. Once you have chosen the right tree, you can now start the process of making bonsai.
Repotting
When miniaturizing your tree, the first thing that you need to do is to transfer your tree to a pot. Repotting your tree is very important so that you will be able to control its growth better. To get started, choose a pot that is suited for your needs. For instance, if you are planning to make a table top bonsai plant, you will need smaller pots that will easily fit into your coffee table. On the other hand, if you want to grow your bonsai plant a little bit bigger, you can use bigger pots. The size and depth of your pot will depend large on what you intend to do with your ficus tree.
Once you have you pot ready, stop watering your plant for two days to allow the soil to dry. Drying the soil is essential because this will make your plant easier to remove from its original container. While drying out the soil of your plant, prepare the pot where you will transfer your ficus tree. For your pot, you will need sand, gravel, rocks, soil or potting mix. Take care not to put too much soil into your pot because this can make your tree grow faster. Your soil should be just enough to cover the roots of the ficus tree.