This is the exact bonsai you will receive
Overall Height ~ 51cm Age: 18yrs

Picturesque Ficus Bonsai Tree with Commanding & Powerful Trunk – Perfect for beginners!

£365.00

SKU: PF82

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Bring structure, calm, and natural artistry into your space with this exceptional Ficus bonsai tree. Carefully trained in the banyan style, this Ficus retusa bonsai features a supreme twisting trunk that immediately draws the eye upward. As a result, it creates balance, movement, and a strong focal point in any indoor setting.

Importantly, you will receive the exact Ficus bonsai tree shown. It arrives fully styled in a premium cream oval ceramic pot with a matching drip tray, so you can place it straight into your home or office without any additional setup.

Description

18 year old Ficus Bonsai Tree (Ficus retusa) – Indoor Banyan Bonsai

Bring structure, calm, and natural artistry into your space with this exceptional Ficus bonsai tree. Carefully trained in the banyan style, this Ficus retusa bonsai features a supreme twisting trunk that immediately draws the eye upward. As a result, it creates balance, movement, and a strong focal point in any indoor setting.

Importantly, you will receive the exact Ficus bonsai tree shown. It arrives fully styled in a premium cream oval ceramic pot with a matching drip tray, so you can place it straight into your home or office without any additional setup.

Key Features

  • Premium Ficus bonsai tree for indoor environments
  • Distinctive nebari – exposed roots that enhance visual interest
  • Strong, twisting trunk with silver bark striations
  • Dense canopy of fresh, glossy green leaves
  • Supplied in a deep wine ceramic bonsai pot with matching drip tray

Why Choose a Ficus Bonsai Tree

A Ficus bonsai tree remains one of the best choices for indoor bonsai, especially if you want reliability and ease of care. Because it tolerates lower light levels, it performs well in UK homes, offices, and rooms set further from windows. In addition, it responds well to pruning and shaping, which makes it suitable for both beginners and experienced growers.

As part of the fig family, this Ficus retusa bonsai may also produce small fruits under the right conditions. Meanwhile, its open structure and defined trunk create a clean, uncluttered look that promotes a calm and relaxed atmosphere.

Design, Form and Impact

The exposed roots guide your eye from the base upward, while the twisting trunk introduces natural movement rather than rigid symmetry. Consequently, the tree feels dynamic yet balanced. The lush green canopy softens the overall composition, and the neutral ceramic pot complements both modern and traditional interiors.

Why Buy from Bonsai Direct

At Bonsai Direct, we are a family-run nursery dedicated to growing high-quality bonsai using sustainable practices. We invest time, care, and expertise into every tree, ensuring it arrives healthy, balanced, and ready to enjoy.

We support sustainability through responsible sourcing and careful cultivation practices.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
No
Pot Size (cm)
32 x 26
Pot Colour
Wine red
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor
Difficulty
Easy - Perfect for beginners
Maintenance
Positioning: Enjoys warm rooms with bright, filtered light. Will tolerate lower light levels too.
Watering: Water when the topsoil feels barely damp. Avoid standing water.
Feeding: Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly following the instructions on the bottle.
Pruning: Trim new growth throughout the year to maintain shape.
Repotting: Repot every two- three years.
Note: Can live outside during summer months but protect from frost.
Pet Friendly
Yes
Bonsai Variety

Fig (Ficus retusa) The fig has dark green glossy leaves and is unusual in that it will tolerate lower light levels. The fig makes a fantastic indoor bonsai and should be protected from the frost. It buds back very quickly after pruning and has an immense amount of character in the truck and aerial root system. A very powerful bonsai, fun and easy to care for. It is also less susceptible to pest attack. Protect from cold (min 10oC).  

Delivery

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(England, Wales & Southern Scotland)
Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date FREE
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(Weekdays before 1pm)
Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £8.99
Weekend Delivery Chosen Saturday or Sunday £8.99
Highlands & Islands
AB37–38, AB54–56, FK17–21, GY, HS, IV1–63, JE, KA27–28, KW1–17, PA20–49, PA60–78, PH19–26, PH30–40, PH42–44, PH49–50, TR21–25, ZE
Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
Northern Ireland Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
✅ Every bonsai is hand-checked, watered, and securely packaged for safe arrival.
📘 Printed care guide included with all orders.
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Bonsai Care

🌱 Bonsai Care Guide
Beginner-friendly
Care What to do How often
Step 1 Read your printed Care Instruction Guide included with every bonsai tree before you begin. Upon arrival
On arrival In hot weather, stand pot in water for 5 minutes, then drain. Once on day 1
Position Indoor Bonsai – Bright daylight, avoid harsh midday sun & cold draughts. Outdoor Bonsai – bright to semi-shaded, sheltered position. All year
Water Check soil daily; keep damp to the touch (not soggy). In hot spells, soak the pot briefly. Daily check
Mist Lightly mist foliage to boost humidity and condition leaves. Once or twice a week
Feed Use bonsai fertiliser, diluted as directed. Follow the directions on the bottle. Species dependant
Prune Trim longer shoots to maintain shape and encourage new growth. As needed
Health If needed, use an invigorator/insecticide and follow the label instructions. If issues arise
🌿 Don’t worry! Your detailed printed care guide walks you through everything step by step.
🎥 Extra help & videos are available on our website.
✅ Every bonsai is checked, watered & securely packaged before dispatch.
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