Help with Bonsai

12 years ago

Hello..

I believe most here grow true Bonsais: Elm, Maple trees.

I need assistance preparing two Ficus and one Begonia potted in 4" plastic, growing containers, as Bonsais.

Hope someone can help.

Ficus are F. Bamboo Leaf Weeping, and F. Weeping Fig. The Begonia is called, Begonia Bonsai, lol. I'm assuming the tag means my Begonia can be grown Bonsai-shaped.

To start, do I cut all roots and place in a bonsai container or will a small pot do?

I need step by step instructions. Preparing to shaping.

I'd appreciate help, suggestions, etc.

Thanks much, Toni

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Comments (3)

mike423
12 years ago
There's way too much that can be said, and frankly someone would have to basically write their own book to walk you through everything. If you are new to the hobby and just looking to start with some beginner basics I would recommend visiting your local library and renting as many Bonsai Books as you can. They should have a t least a few there.

You could also look a few post down in the "Book recommendation" thread for some good books you can buy for resources. Good luck.

-Mike
greenman28 NorCal 7b/8a
12 years ago
Hey, Toni!

Let's start with pictures of your bonsai candidates, then we can determine how to proceed.

Josh
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birdsnblooms
Original Author
12 years ago
Hi Josh. I haven't been able to connect on GW...Don't know if it's my end or theirs.

Here are the two Ficus I'd like to shape..

F. Weeping Fig

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F. Bamboo/Weeping Fig

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Thanks....Toni