{"title":"Ficus","description":"\u003cp\u003eGardenGo's \u003cstrong\u003eficus\u003c\/strong\u003e collection brings you 26 hand-picked varieties for every Indian home. From the classic \u003cstrong\u003eficus tree\u003c\/strong\u003e to the rare \u003cstrong\u003evariegated ficus\u003c\/strong\u003e, there is a perfect plant for every corner. Each ficus is chosen for beauty, \u003cstrong\u003elow maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e, and powerful \u003cstrong\u003eair purifying\u003c\/strong\u003e ability. All at our \u003cstrong\u003elowest price guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFicus plants are among the most loved indoor plants in India. Studies show indoor plants can cut air toxins by up to 87%. Whether you want a tall \u003cstrong\u003eficus benjamina\u003c\/strong\u003e or a dainty \u003cstrong\u003eficus bonsai\u003c\/strong\u003e, our range covers every taste. Thousands of happy plant parents across India have already made ficus their first choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Every Indian Home Loves a Ficus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFicus plants are celebrated as \u003cstrong\u003elucky plants\u003c\/strong\u003e in Indian tradition and Vastu Shastra. The sacred \u003cstrong\u003eficus religiosa\u003c\/strong\u003e (Peepal) is especially auspicious and a meaningful gifting choice. Most varieties are \u003cstrong\u003eeasy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e and adjust well to indoor light. They thrive on balconies, in living rooms, and even in dim office corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir purifying\u003c\/strong\u003e — removes formaldehyde and indoor toxins naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e — water just 2–3 times a week\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLucky plants\u003c\/strong\u003e — recommended in Vastu for positive energy flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable as braided trunks, \u003cstrong\u003eficus bonsai\u003c\/strong\u003e, and compact bush forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes \u003cstrong\u003eficus compacta\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eficus lyrata\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eficus moclame\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eficus triangularis\u003c\/strong\u003e, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Pick the Right Ficus for Your Space\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor small rooms or tabletops, the \u003cstrong\u003eficus compacta\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eficus panda\u003c\/strong\u003e stay neat and bushy. For a bold statement, our tall \u003cstrong\u003eficus amstel\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eficus vertical braided arrangement\u003c\/strong\u003e adds drama instantly. Love patterned leaves? The \u003cstrong\u003eficus compacta variegated\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eficus benghalensis variegata\u003c\/strong\u003e are crowd favourites and frequent \u003cstrong\u003ebest sellers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eficus microcarpa\u003c\/strong\u003e is a top pick for bonsai lovers who want an easy start. The \u003cstrong\u003eficus iceland\u003c\/strong\u003e brings glossy, modern leaves that suit contemporary interiors beautifully. Every plant is packed with care and shipped pan-India. Use our pincode checker to confirm delivery to your area before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShop Ficus at GardenGo — India's Best Plant Value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe believe every home deserves beautiful, healthy plants without breaking the budget. That is why GardenGo offers all 26 ficus varieties at the \u003cstrong\u003elowest price\u003c\/strong\u003e in India. Earn reward points on every order and redeem them on your next plant haul. Browse our full \u003cstrong\u003eficus\u003c\/strong\u003e range below and find your perfect green companion today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ficus-bonsai-5-pot","title":"Ficus Bonsai - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eFicus Bonsai (Ficus retusa, often sold as Ficus microcarpa or 'Ginseng ficus') is among the toughest and most popular indoor bonsai. It has thick, glossy oval leaves, a smooth pale trunk and a striking ability to form aerial and buttressed roots. Native to tropical Asia, it thrives in the warm, humid conditions found across much of India and tolerates lower light better than most bonsai. Vigorous and forgiving, it heals wounds fast, back-buds readily and suits banyan, root-over-rock and informal styles. Its resilience and dramatic root and trunk character make it a favourite for both beginners and display collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-80 cm (as bonsai)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, glossy thick oval leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInconspicuous (inside fig)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light; tolerates moderate light. Some sun deepens leaf colour.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater when topsoil dries; keep lightly moist. Tolerates occasional dryness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-draining bonsai mix of red soil\/akadama, grit and organic matter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoves 18-32C warmth; protect below 12C and from cold drafts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers high humidity; mist or use a tray to boost aerial roots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed every 2-3 weeks in growing season with balanced fertilizer.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune hard when needed; back-buds well and exudes white latex when cut.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2 years in spring\/summer; tolerates root pruning well.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy from cuttings and air-layering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale, mealybugs and spider mites; treat with neem oil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMildly toxic - latex can irritate skin and is harmful if ingested.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy; one of the most resilient bonsai.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown as a hardy ornamental indoor bonsai prized for its aerial roots and banyan-like character; widely used as a low-maintenance starter and display tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcross India this ficus thrives in warmth and humidity - give it the brightest indoor spot or a sheltered balcony, mist regularly to encourage aerial roots, and keep it away from cold air-conditioning drafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water a Ficus bonsai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the topsoil feels dry, keeping it lightly moist - typically every 1-2 days in summer. It tolerates brief dryness but not constant sogginess.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright indirect light is ideal, though it tolerates moderate light better than most bonsai. A little direct sun deepens leaf colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Ficus bonsai safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is mildly toxic - the milky latex can irritate skin and upset pets if chewed, so keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot a Ficus bonsai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every two years in spring or summer, root-pruning and refreshing the well-draining soil while the tree is in active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery easily - take cuttings in the warm season or air-layer a branch; both root readily in humid warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are leaves yellowing or dropping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommon causes are overwatering, sudden light changes or cold drafts. Stabilise watering and warmth and it recovers fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I encourage aerial roots?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaintain high humidity by misting or using a humidity tray and keep the tree warm; aerial roots form best in moist, warm air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be grown indoors permanently?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, Ficus retusa is one of the best true indoor bonsai, needing only a bright spot and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the white sap dangerous?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe latex can irritate skin and is harmful if swallowed, so wash hands after pruning and keep it away from children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed a balanced bonsai or liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during active growth, reducing in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51048315027702,"sku":"PLT-FICUSBONSAI-P05-NA","price":599.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/7iUwObvaE1Rb7T8A28xJ90bYBtCGcSQKT9tdvHRp.png?v=1782749715"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/collections\/ficus.jpg?v=1778569901","url":"https:\/\/gardengo.in\/collections\/ficus.oembed","provider":"GardenGo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}