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Posted 5 years 1 month ago #47891
Hello!

I am trying to repot my Ginseng Ficus bonsai tree. In the repotting videos I've watched, they all secure their bonsai roots to the pot with wires. I am thinking about doing this, but just in case, is this nessessary for me to do?

If so, does any wire work, or do I need a specific type of wire? I will post a picture of the wire I am wanting to use, but don’t know if it’s ok!

Thanks for your help!
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Posted 5 years 1 month ago #47892

ah wrote: I am trying to repot my Ginseng Ficus bonsai tree


You mean the fat root type house plants? They don't really lend themselves to bonsai techniques.
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Posted 5 years 1 month ago #47893
@Auk Oops, I made that mistake again! You even told me that! Gah, sorry!
But should I still secure them, or do you think it’s fine seeing that it’s technically not a true bonsai tree?
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Posted 5 years 1 month ago #47895

ah wrote: But should I still secure them, or do you think it’s fine seeing that it’s technically not a true bonsai tree?


Whatever pleases you. I never secure my houseplants, but if you think high winds will shake the plant, or wild animals can knock it over, then yeah, good idea.
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Posted 5 years 1 month ago #47896
Ok! Thanks again for your help! I really appreciate it, and am sorry to bother you. :)
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