Ficus transplantation and peculiarities of care during the period of intensive growth.

Ficus has long been considered one of the most common plants. For some time he was undeservedly sent to the link, from which he recently returned. Simply, people appreciated the unpretentiousness and amazing variety, which are pleasing to the ficus. Only sometimes they face certain difficulties that can easily be overcome if we become more familiar with the requirements of the ficus.

The most difficult and responsible is a ficus transplantation, which is a serious trauma to the plant. Ficus, after this procedure, comes to a sensation for a long time, greatly slows growth, and in some cases - discards part of the foliage. To be frightened of it it is not necessary, as in a short time your comrade will come back to normal. If the growth process has slowed down for a long period, it is worthwhile to carefully inspect it for pests. They often choose plants with succulent leaves that can not resist their pressure. In addition, spring and summer - a period of increased activity of various pests, so the ficus, like other plants, should not be left without attention.

If you do not know how to properly transplant the ficus, carefully examine it. Try to determine its variety. If you have a normal ficus at home, the situation is quite simple. Ficus transplantation in this case is carried out in the spring, if the roots of the plant are completely covered with an earthen lump. You can learn about this easily - just raise the pot. If the roots look out of the drainage holes, it's time for the relocation. When the drainage holes are small, you can gently tilt the plant and try to remove it from the pot. If the flower slips easily, and the earth lump is completely in the roots, the ficus transplantation is inevitable.

To transplant the ficus, prepare an earthen mixture, although some prefer to buy ready in the store. Also, take care of the availability of a suitable pot, which should only be 5 centimeters greater than the old one. It is often advised to take a pot that is 2-3 cm longer, but it all depends on the particular type of ficus, as well as on his personal sympathy for you. Just some ficuses are very rapid growth, and in winter they should not be transplanted. During the transplant, place a good drainage on the bottom of the pot, as the ficus does not like an excess of moisture. In this case, he will start to dump the lower leaves, and such an unplanned leaf fall of beauty will not add to the plant .

Ficus transplantation should be carried out in the spring or summer, when it is in the stage of intensive growth. During this period, it must be watered often, but do not allow pouring. Sometimes it is better to let the earthling man slightly dry out than overdo it with watering. Also it is worth to spray the ficus and apply various mineral fertilizers to support it during the growth period. Make sure that there are no drafts, because the ficus love a smooth temperature, which should not fall below 20 ° C.

A separate item is always the creation of a bonsai ficus. Care (the ficus at the same time undergoes significant changes) should be the most thorough. Do not aspire for one pruning to give the plant the desired shape, as this can lead to the most unfortunate consequences. Ficus can simply not recover and die, and such a loss is then difficult to replenish. In addition, some species of ficuses are characterized by slow growth rates and capriciousness, so the formation of a beautiful plant will take a long time. If you are not ready to spend it on communicating with your green comrades, better not even start making bonsai.

In general, ficus is characterized by undemanding care, and minimal attention and care are capable of real miracles. Settle the houses of the ficus - and it will quickly become the pride of your living collection.