{"product_id":"ficus-bonsai","title":"Ficus bonsai","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"82\"\u003ePlant Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"480\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"168\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"168\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"104\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"119\"\u003eFicus retusa\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"141\"\u003eFicus microcarpa\u003c\/em\u003e (most common for bonsai)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"237\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"188\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ficus Bonsai, Ginseng Ficus, Indian Laurel Fig\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"285\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen tropical tree adapted to bonsai cultivation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"480\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"480\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy oval leaves, strong aerial roots, thick trunk, and compact growth make it ideal for bonsai styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"503\"\u003e Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"521\"\u003e1. Sun \u003cstrong data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"521\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"664\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"562\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eNeeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"559\"\u003ebright, indirect sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"604\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eCan tolerate some direct morning sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"664\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eIndoors: Place near an \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eeast or south-facing window\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"685\"\u003e2. \u003cstrong data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"858\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eKeep soil \u003cstrong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"716\"\u003eslightly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e, not soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"787\"\u003eWater when the top 1–2 cm (half inch) of soil dries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"858\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"858\"\u003eOverwatering causes yellow leaves; underwatering causes leaf drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"875\"\u003e3. \u003cstrong data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"976\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eWell-draining bonsai soil mix (akadama + pumice + lava rock \/ sand).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"976\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eAvoid heavy clay soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e4. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003eFeed every \u003cstrong data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e2–4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e in spring \u0026amp; summer with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003ebalanced bonsai fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eIn fall\/winter, feed monthly or stop feeding if growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e5. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eRegular pruning maintains shape and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eTrim new shoots after 6–8 leaves, leaving 2–3 leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eWiring can be used to shape branches, but be gentle with young shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e6. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eRepot every \u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e2–3 years\u003c\/strong\u003e in spring, especially when root-bound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003ePrune roots moderately while repotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e Flowers \u0026amp; Fruit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eRarely flowers indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eSometimes produces small, non-showy fruits when grown outdoors in tropical climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003e Uses \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003eOrnamental Value\u003c\/strong\u003e – Popular for bonsai styling due to its thick trunk and aerial roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eIndoor Decor\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds a touch of elegance and greenery to homes and offices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eAir Purification\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps improve indoor air quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/strong\u003e – In Feng Shui, bonsai ficus is believed to bring harmony, balance, and positive energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2256\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2256\"\u003eToxic to pets (cats \u0026amp; dogs) if ingested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wayanadantouch Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52668758294892,"sku":"23","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5289\/8668\/files\/FicusBonsaiPlant.jpg?v=1758001505","url":"https:\/\/wayanadantouchgarden.com\/products\/ficus-bonsai","provider":"Wayanadan Touch Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}