Dwarf Fig – Ficus retusa

Figs have always been popular subjects for Bonsai culture. They grow well in a wide range of situations. You will find them more tolerant of lower light levels than some other indoor bonsai. They like warmth and humidity. I personally have had one growing on my bathroom windowsill for over 7 years and it is doing just fine – I pop it outside from Jun-Sept. Or you can keep them inside all year round.

Trim back new growth as it emerges (don’t worry about the white latex sap when cut – it soon dries up). Keep their soil moist and placing the tree onto a humidity tray is a good idea.

Re-pot it every 2 years or so into our basic bonsai compost mix and it will thrive. We feed every 2-3 weeks during the growing season with Phosmag granular fertiliser.