Ever heard of it?
Ever heard of it?
I went to Bunning today and got to 'Midnight Beauty' Ficus Benji. clumps. I googled it and there was some very limited info. as to bonsai but It did say that they are one of the best figs to grow in pots and in shade. I am going to fuse them tomorrow and will get some pics! Does anyone have some experience with these? Would love to hear!
Thanx
Mason
Thanx
Mason
Re: Ever heard of it?
They are both about 35 cm tall now and have a fair few aerial roots from the lower trunk
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i have seen it at bunnings to, i think its just a hybrid mate not sure of all the characteristics if there are anything differences.
i would just treat it like a benji.
regards jamie
i would just treat it like a benji.
regards jamie
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well thats what i was saying mate, i dont think there is any differences, if any they would be slight. i would still treat it like any other regular benj.
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Jayc,
This kinds leaf darkens as it gets older but it's new growth is green like a normal fig. It tolerates being in complete shade a lt better than the other kinds and is BETTER OFF in a pot!
This kinds leaf darkens as it gets older but it's new growth is green like a normal fig. It tolerates being in complete shade a lt better than the other kinds and is BETTER OFF in a pot!
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well there you go, there are a couple of differences, have you got one of these mate? i am wondering maybe the leaves are darker because they are for shaded ares and if you put them out in the sun more if they would turn lighter?
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yer. There were some other ones that were in full sun all day and they had very light leaves. These ones were in partial shade which is where they are meant to be. I love their colour!
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heres the pics. As there was 6 plants i decided to make 2. Can't wait 'til next year!
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zip ties and graft tape... two of the best inventions ever made
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Yep I concur Jamie
Hey mason, Best thing you could do with 'em
Ken
Hey mason, Best thing you could do with 'em
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yer. love using zip ties for everything! now that i've got them i'll be fusing everything!