Hi~
I bought this adorable plant nearly 9 years ago and well, though I am embarrassed to admit, I have done nothing other than talk to him, wash his leaves, and water him (sorry, I cannot bring myself to call him "it") on occasion.
I love him so very much that I have been afraid to change his pot or add some soil in his pot. His soil is nearly all gone. I am not sure how he survived on so little for so long.
I am mortified to move him and lose him. :'(
Can anyone help me with pot, soil suggestions? Pretty please!!!
Thank you so much.
K
P.S: Furthermore, I just found out what kind of Bonsai he is last night (after 9 some years) when I googled for some pictures. He is surviving on love.....nothing more @ this point
-
- Newly Registered
- Posts: 1
- Joined: Thu Dec 22, 2011 10:03 am
- Gnome
- Super Green Thumb
- Posts: 5122
- Joined: Wed Jul 05, 2006 12:17 am
- Location: Western PA USDA Zone 6A
pinkpanther,
I have long ago abandoned conventional potting soil in favor of proper bonsai soil, this even for "houseplants" so, even if you don't consider your Ficus a bonsai, I suggest that you do likewise.
If you have no idea what this type of medium consists of you should read this thread. It will also give you some idea concerning the process of re-potting.
https://www.helpfulgardener.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3422
After you read, and possibly re-read the thread (make sure to follow the links) we will be glad to assist further.
BTW, Ficus are most often re-potted during warm weather but there is more leeway in this regard than if you were re-potting a deciduous tree where the window of opportunity is more specific.
Norm
I have long ago abandoned conventional potting soil in favor of proper bonsai soil, this even for "houseplants" so, even if you don't consider your Ficus a bonsai, I suggest that you do likewise.
If you have no idea what this type of medium consists of you should read this thread. It will also give you some idea concerning the process of re-potting.
https://www.helpfulgardener.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3422
After you read, and possibly re-read the thread (make sure to follow the links) we will be glad to assist further.
BTW, Ficus are most often re-potted during warm weather but there is more leeway in this regard than if you were re-potting a deciduous tree where the window of opportunity is more specific.
Norm