Ficus Bonsai Care for Beginners

The Ficus bonsai is one of the most popular choices for indoor bonsai, and for good reason. It is a very forgiving tree that is relatively easy to care for, making it a great choice for beginners.

A Ficus bonsai tree

Light

Ficus bonsai prefer bright, indirect light. They can tolerate some direct morning sun, but too much direct sun can scorch the leaves.

Watering

Water your Ficus bonsai thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. Ficus bonsai are more tolerant of overwatering than other bonsai species, but it is still important to allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

Humidity

Ficus bonsai appreciate high humidity. To increase the humidity around your tree, you can place it on a humidity tray or mist it regularly.


Here is a product recommendation to help you care for your Ficus bonsai:

Humidity Tray

Humidity Tray

A humidity tray is a great way to increase the humidity around your bonsai.

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