Ficus Panda Tree

The Ficus Panda tree can grow quite large and has always been a great choice to use in landscapes. There are more than just Ficus Panda trees out there. In fact, there are more than 600 species. This tree is quite popular for use as a bonsai tree. Generally because they grow really fast and grow well in most soil and light. Since these plants are so forgiving they are perfect for first time growers. The Ficus Panda is also known for its root system, which is quite dramatic and visible above the soil.

The Ficus Panda is from the family Moraceae and needs high light to prosper. It will grow ok in low light, but it really thrives in direct light so that should be your goal when growing a Ficus Panda. Most Ficus trees need temperatures that are higher than 55 degrees Fahrenheit. This is because Ficus trees are mostly tropical. If you choose to have an indoor bonsai tree then a Ficus Panda is a good choice. They will like being taken outside during the summer months, though, where they have more light. Make sure you water your Ficus regularly. This includes moderate watering during the summer and then a bit less during the winter. Luckily, the Ficus deal well even when they are over-watered or under watered, so it truly is difficult to kill this tree. They are great for beginners who are learning how to truly care for plants like the Ficus Panda. The plant should be misted daily with a water bottle to help maintain humidity.

The Ficus can be propagated quite easily. This is great news for those who want to grow their number of Ficus Panda trees. It's really easy and all that is necessary is to take cuttings. The cuttings should be then planted in the soil and that's about all that is necessary. Adding a bit of water and plant food is recommended, but overall the Ficus Panda will grow regardless. Most likely the Ficus Panda will be successfully propagated without anything special being done. It is possible to grow a Ficus from a seed but that usually takes a lot of time and is much less successful. There is really no reason to do so unless you want a special Ficus that you can't find anywhere and the only option is to grow it yourself.

A Ficus Panda tree will need to be repotted every few years in most cases. However, some trees may grow so quickly that they need to be repotted every year. Luckily, these trees are easy to repot and respond quite well to it. Most soil conditions will work well for a Ficus Panda and there are a few diseases to look out for. These include black fly, scale, thrips, and eelworm. There are also forms of fungus and rot that could affect the tree. As long as your tree is not losing too many leaves then it is probably fine.