Look at this growth progression! I’m excited about the new branch shoots. The entire trunk is still very flexible, so I am just planning on letting him grow until the branches give me a better idea about the potential shape goal.

From September 8, 2018.

My first Ficus! Ficus are a very common type of bonsai, due to their rapid growth, pretty leaves, and ability to survive indoors. Note that I said survive- it isn’t them best for them, but they can do it. If you want a real bonsai though, you need growth, which is expedited by being outdoors.

I got this little guy for $5 at a local nursery, Evergreen Garden Center. I was immediately drawn to him because of the shape of the trunk: very unique and something I can work with. In my naive beginner state, I threw him into my bad “bonsai” soil mixture and a bonsai pot I got from Shades of Green. Although the soil is less than ideal, he has thrived.