Ficus Bonsai Specimens are a great choice for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. These trees do great in tropical climates and a very hard. To the left you see a Ficus Microcarpa – Tiger Bark Ficus. There are about 850 species in the genus Ficus, a few common varieties used for bonsai are Ficus Microcapa/Tiger Bark Ficus, Ginseng Ficus/Ficus Retusa, Willow Leaf Ficus/Ficus Nerifolia.
As one of the most popular species of bonsai due to it’s stability, hardiness and trainability Ficus is a cornerstone tropical bonsai. Ficus Bonsai are one of the better choices of bonsai species if you are going to attempt to keep the specimen inside. Keep in mind, all bonsai trees thrive outside, if kept inside supplemental grow lights will need to be used to maintain the health of the specimen.
Ficus Microcarpa is a popular species used for bonsai due to its stability, adaptability, and unique formation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced bonsai artist, Ficus Bonsai matter offer both beauty and a rewarding challenge. This guide will research everything you need to know about Ficus bonsai from selecting the right species to care tips, shaping processes, and common problems to avoid.