Informal Upright Easy Care Ficus Retusa with Silvery Striations | Top Quality – Sabamiki Design
Product Code: PF2
£175.00
Ficus retusa Bonsai – Striking Sabamiki Design with Forked Hollow Trunk
This beautiful Ficus retusa bonsai is a real statement piece. Grown in a rare and eye-catching sabamiki style, it features an impressive forked and hollowed trunk base – a natural-looking split that gives the tree a weathered, mature feel, full of character. It’s a remarkably realistic detail that adds real depth to the design.
Also known as the Banyan tree, this bonsai is shaped in an informal upright style with wonderful natural movement. The trunk flows upward in a gentle S-shape, marked by striking silver-grey striations that contrast beautifully with the rich green foliage above. The branching is elegant and open, supporting a full canopy of deep green, glossy leaves with smooth, rounded edges.
“I absolutely love this bonsai. The sabamiki hollow at the base gives it such a sense of age and natural drama – it really does look like a tree that’s weathered the elements for decades. The way the trunk twists upward feels so graceful, and the glossy green leaves are always fresh and full of life. It’s a tree that tells a story – full of character, easy to care for, and beautifully styled. A real favourite of mine.”
Expertly Styled & Beautifully Presented
This bonsai has been carefully trained over many years by expert hands. The structure is clean and uncluttered, giving space for the unique sabamiki trunk to shine. It’s potted into a sleek, black glazed ceramic pot with a matching drip tray – a smart and timeless combination that suits any interior space.
A Symbolic Tree That’s Easy to Care For
Ficus retusa is an ideal indoor bonsai for beginners. It’s low-maintenance and tolerates lower light conditions, making it perfect for home or office spaces. Water when the soil begins to dry out and feed during the growing season to keep it thriving.
Beyond its beauty, the fig tree has deep cultural and symbolic meaning – often associated with fertility, wisdom, and spiritual growth, with links to health and vitality in many traditions, including Biblical texts.
Delivery & Extras
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Weekend delivery available for a small extra charge
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Highlands, Islands, and Northern Ireland take a little longer and include a small subsidised surcharge
Each bonsai is securely packaged for safe arrival and includes a full care guide with tips, variety information, and insights into its symbolism.
You can also add extras at checkout – including gift wrap, foil balloons, and personalised wooden hanging tags to make your bonsai even more special.
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Further Reading from our Bonsai Care Blog
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