Large strangler fig bonsai

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Yes it is one Ficus benjamina that I defoliate fearlessly, although not regularly. Generally I don't like defoliating this species as it can respond poorly, but the small dark green leafed variety can be defoliated and respond well. Ash
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Thank you Ash,
This has just given me inspiration and ideas for what i can do with my benji
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Love your Figs, Ash 8-)
If it looks good,..GROW IT !!!!!

BIG Bonsai are Beautiful !
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Hi Morrow - that is perfect strangler-fig-bonsai material! It is just what my one looked like some moons ago. Thanks FMB! Ash
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Great idea!
I am going to drill holes on my figs all over the trunk and cover them with muck and plastic.Lets hope it will work.
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Looking really good mate!

How did you go about promoting the Aerial Roots?
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