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Need Pruning advice for Ginseng Ficus

Posted by ginger9899 9 (My Page) on
Mon, Nov 16, 09 at 19:10

Hello, I got this bonsai (which I think is a Ginseng Ficus about 6 years ago and it was very neglected inside in the tiniest of pots all this time. Last year I re-potted it and set it outside where it gets morning sun and it has grown to 5 times the size...I am wanting to prune it properly and take the time to give it better shape and care but have no idea how to, even after doing research.

My question is, does anyone have any general advice on what I should aim for? The branches seem long and sparse, if I cut the longest ones down to give it an even shape will leaves grow out of the cut branch, or do I only cut the branch if I want to get rid of it? I appreciate any advice I can get as I am not sure of anything.

Thank you so much, here is a link to a picture of it:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2541/4110126575_abe42e9ba0_b.jpg


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RE: Need Pruning advice for Ginseng Ficus

Now is not the time to cut this tree back unless you have a greenhouse or a special tropical room where you can give it lots of light and humidity. In the spring when it warms up and the tree starts to actively grow you can cut it back and it will resprout easily. I would spend the intervening time reading a book by Jerry Meislik entitled Ficus the Exotic Bonsai. You can get it form his website: www.bonsaihunk.8m.com. I would also try to find a bonsai club in your area. Most clubs have websites now and if you just Google something like "bonsai clubs" you will be able to search one out. Good luck, Jack


 
 

 

 


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