Ficus Bonsai Care: Prune Now or Regret It Later?

As autumn arrives, it's time to think carefully about protecting tropical species before cold temperatures cause serious damage. I take you through my autumn routine focussing on my Tigerbark Ficus. 🌳 In this video, we'll cover: Protecting tropical bonsai from the cold: Why falling temperatures matter and when it's time to bring your trees indoors. Hard pruning my Tigerbark Ficus: Making decisions now to encourage better ramification and a more developed branch structure in the future. Fertilising tropical bonsai: Supporting healthy growth and discussing my approach to feeding. Aphid protection: Checking for unwanted visitors and preparing trees for their move indoors. Taking cuttings: Exploring another way to develop more trees from our existing bonsai material. A new electric sprayer from Haushof: I demonstrate a useful electric sprayer for applying fertiliser and show how it fits into my bonsai routine. If you like it then there is a limited 10% off deal on Amazon using code: 3TDFA4KO (offer ends 8th Nov 2026)(Sponsored by Haushof) What do you do with your tropical bonsai when autumn temperatures start to fall? Let me know in the comments! If you're learning bonsai, developing your collection or simply looking for practical advice from real trees in development, welcome to Xavier's Bonsai Retreat. 📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and check out the rest of my bonsai series for more quirky, informative content! 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 - Temperatures are Dropping 02:22 - My Tigerbark Ficus 05:40 - Why I Hard Prune In Autumn 06:48 - Tools you Need 07:42 - My Pruning Routine 11:00 - Developmental Pruning 14:46 - What do you Think 17:03 - The Infamous Ficus 18:18 - Bug Spray 19:22 - My Indoor Set-Up 20:38 - Fertiliser Routine 21:50 - Haushof Electric Sprayer Review 24:42 - Some more Cuttings Bonsai Essentials:    • Bonsai Essentials   🌟 TRY MY FREE BONSAI APP! 🌟 Want to take your bonsai record-keeping and planning to the next level? I’ve developed a powerful FREE Bonsai App designed to help you track care schedules, styling notes, and more. 📥 Just email expressionsbonsai@gmail.com and I’ll send it to you — all you need is Microsoft Access 2016 or newer! 📸 Want to Be Featured in a Future Video? I love showcasing the incredible work of our bonsai community! If you'd like your bonsai featured in an upcoming Subscriber Showcase, simply send your photos to expressionsbonsai@gmail.com. Whether it’s a tree in training, a finished masterpiece, or a unique project — all skill levels are welcome! Be sure to include your name and a few details about the tree if you'd like them mentioned. Equipment & Acknowledgements: I use a Panasonic Lumix DMC 330 Bridge Camera All video production using AVC Video Editor Software Sound equipment courtesy of: johnaronphotography.co.uk Handmade Ceramics by: Dawn Isaac of deiceramics.com I use Adam's products by: notionbonsai.com #Bonsai #FicusBonsai #BonsaiCare #TropicalBonsai · #BonsaiForBeginners