Pruning bonsai

[willjones]

Just wondering if anyone could give me any info on pruning a ficus ginseng,read a few things online,but a tad confused by it.

[doobin]

Make sure your lad has his CS38!

 

Sorry....

[Coletti]

I believe cs40 is a necessity and don't forget the risk assessment haha. Honestly though I couldn't tell you, I have a little Chinese elm and just trim it so as I keep it in shape if you know what I mean

 

 

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[Gnome]

Check the condition of the roots. You might have to snip any wires holding the tree in the pot. For the species I would recommend replacing the soil every couple of years and do any root pruning necessary. This would be done in early spring and you keep the soil warm before transplanting and keep the pot warm after to help stimulate roots. I wouldn't like my toes dipped in cold soil!!

 

For the top pruning I would do that mid winter, so this could be done in the next week or so. The sap of ficus can bleed very easily so don't go daft. Any large cuts seal them with a hot knife.

 

Keep any eye on the wires if you have them as they can cut into the bark quite quickly.

 

For styles it's up to you but if you are entering competitions things are a bit more strict.