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[LanceMac10]

Start researching "indoor lighting".
Full sun. Feed heavily. Water 'till it hurts.
Start researching "repotting ficus".
Buy a Brazilian Raintree.

 

[Anthony]

@SizeXtraMedium ,

if you keep the Ficus b, lush, it will usually, try to heal.
If you do carve, carve with the idea that you are healing
wounds.

We have a Ficus b. Natasha, that died back to just a
piece of heartwood with live tissue.
We are observing how it is producing new live tissue to cover the
dead wood on all sides.
But remember -Topics - down here.
Good Day
Anthony

@LanceMac10 , buy a ............. thornless leopard tree.

 

[Cadillactaste]

Thank you, as long as there is no rush to remove the dead parts I will continue to allow it to just grow for now

No rush...spring of next year when this goes back outside for the warmer months I think would be a good thought process. A good long growing season it is facing to help heal the scar. It should also offer more backbudding at that time.

 

[LanceMac10]

@SizeXtraMedium ,

if you keep the Ficus b, lush, it will usually, try to heal.
If you do carve, carve with the idea that you are healing
wounds.

We have a Ficus b. Natasha, that died back to just a
piece of heartwood with live tissue.
We are observing how it is producing new live tissue to cover the
dead wood on all sides.
But remember -Topics - down here.
Good Day
Anthony

@LanceMac10 , buy a ............. thornless leopard tree.

I want MORE thorns!!!!!!!!!!

 

[SizeXtraMedium]

No rush...spring of next year when this goes back outside for the warmer months I think would be a good thought process. A good long growing season it is facing to help heal the scar. It should also offer more backbudding at that time.

I think that's a good idea. From here on until spring I think I'll feed well and just let her be

 

[Cadillactaste]

I think that's a good idea. From here on until spring I think I'll feed well and just let her be

I think that is a wise idea...with the intentions of a later chop below that dead wood. You can then have more options with it growing out. Allow it to have a good year to recover isn't a bad thing. Patience is a good thing with this hobby. I'm trying to remain patient while I away material for a sumo ficus. Patience...in the meantime. My too-little is growing happily. Need to fertilize. A week behind...with my dad's health as it is. I only had time to water last week.

The leaves in my too-little benjamina...which I forgot when I read your post that mine is a cultivar with smaller leaves.

 

[SizeXtraMedium]

I think that is a wise idea...with the intentions of a later chop below that dead wood. You can then have more options with it growing out. Allow it to have a good year to recover isn't a bad thing. Patience is a good thing with this hobby. I'm trying to remain patient while I away material for a sumo ficus. Patience...in the meantime. My too-little is growing happily. Need to fertilize. A week behind...with my dad's health as it is. I only had time to water last week.

The leaves in my too-little benjamina...which I forgot when I read your post that mine is a cultivar with smaller leaves.
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Ahh those little leaves are awesome! How old is your tree? I'm intrigued by the color of the bark

 

[Cadillactaste]

Ahh those little leaves are awesome! How old is your tree? I'm intrigued by the color of the bark

Thanks...yes this cultivar is known for its tiny leaves. My first ficus. Honestly...I didn't ask the age. Got it from my main go to guy for bonsai Scott Lee. Too-little are known for their straight trunk. Scott always seems to have some unusual material. So when this came up for auction on Facebook auctions. I had to bid. No age was mentioned...and honestly...age isn't my main concern. It's how a tree represents itself that intrigues me. So sorry...no clue as to its age.
Since the color of bark intrigues you. Here is a full shot of it...taken today. Sitting out back on my garden bench. it's quirky at best. A shy smidgeon under 8" tall.

 

[SizeXtraMedium]

Thanks...yes this cultivar is known for its tiny leaves. My first ficus. Honestly...I didn't ask the age. Got it from my main go to guy for bonsai Scott Lee. Too-little are known for their straight trunk. Scott always seems to have some unusual material. So when this came up for auction on Facebook auctions. I had to bid. No age was mentioned...and honestly...age isn't my main concern. It's how a tree represents itself that intrigues me. So sorry...no clue as to its age.
Since the color of bark intrigues you. Here is a full shot of it...taken today. Sitting out back on my garden bench. it's quirky at best. A shy smidgeon under 8" tall.
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A beautiful and unique tree for sure. I wish mine was of the "too little" cultivar

 

[Cadillactaste]

A beautiful and unique tree for sure. I wish mine was of the "too little" cultivar

You wouldn't have that movement in the trunk on yours if it were. So embrace it...like I said, it's a cultivar known for a straight trunk the one I own. So unique is what had me bidding on mine. And your tree has a lot going for it. I love the base...and the movement in the trunk. How tall is yours? But...you mentioned leaf size...and I keep forgetting mine is a dwarf variety. Still new to me...this ficus tree.

 

[SizeXtraMedium]

You wouldn't have that movement in the trunk on yours if it were. So embrace it...like I said, it's a cultivar known for a straight trunk the one I own. So unique is what had me bidding on mine. And your tree has a lot going for it. I love the base...and the movement in the trunk. How tall is yours? But...you mentioned leaf size...and I keep forgetting mine is a dwarf variety. Still new to me...this ficus tree.

True, true. Mine is a little over a foot tall from the rim of the pot up. Id like to see it grow to about a foot and a half to account for the large leaves but....we will see what happens

 

[Cadillactaste]

True, true. Mine is a little over a foot tall from the rim of the pot up. Id like to see it grow to about a foot and a half to account for the large leaves but....we will see what happens

There is always defoliation once the tree is where you want it in development. You just have to leave viable buds or green on the end of the branch. I wouldn't do it while your trying to develop ramification.

 

[SizeXtraMedium]

There is always defoliation once the tree is where you want it in development. You just have to leave viable buds or green on the end of the branch. I wouldn't do it while your trying to develop ramification.

I have considered that an option but was looking for a less temporary fix for the big leaves. I think with this tree I'm a ways away from being able to defoliate anyways

 

[Josiana]

My first ficus, and first bonsai tree...

 

[Jordan Dies]

My first ficus. Still just letting it grow a little then unsure really what to do next with it.

 

[Marlon]

Great growth on the tiger bark! I also hope to grow some massive bonsai, the weather is very friendly to tropical trees. Just started on my bonsai safari! About a couple months in and im loving the trip!

 

[Cajunrider]

Green island ficus bought early Sept 2018. Splitted and air layered plus 2 cuttings. I will wind up with 6 to play with in the spring.

 

[SizeXtraMedium]

My newest Nerifolia from Wigerts. I have no idea which direction I'm going to go with this tree but I love the trunk. Suggestions?

 

[Forrestford]

My $25 auction Benjamina. I bought this tree in March and havnt done a whole lot to it (aside from minor trimming to increase ramification) since. I'm quite happy with the shape and movement of the trunk but I'm afraid the entire canopy needs a total rework. All but one of the main branches was dead upon receiving the tree (which I have yet to remove). Does anyone have any thoughts or opinions on what I should do with this tree? I didn't want to have to chop the trunk but it also appears that the top inch or so of the main trunk has died

That’s a great find. How much was international shipping if you don’t mind me asking.

 

[leatherback]

How much was international shipping if you don’t mind me asking.

Aren't both in the USA?