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When I started out with Bonsai I really wanted to specialise in indoor trees. However over time I have accepted that not all of them are happy inside and most of my plants have now been moved into my back yard, where they get morning sun. After many got badly damaged in a hail storm three weeks ago, I almost started to regret the fact that I had not stuck to my original intentions. I have always found that ficus are happy inside though, as long as they are in a reasonably bright position, so I would rather leave this tree where it is.

Next time I want to do some cuttings I will try rooting them in water. I like the idea of being able to see the roots growing. Thanks for this tip.

13-Dec-2007	#13
GinaRothfels bonsaiTALK Journeyman Join Date: Nov-2007 Country: South Africa Posts: 46	When I started out with Bonsai I really wanted to specialise in indoor trees. However over time I have accepted that not all of them are happy inside and most of my plants have now been moved into my back yard, where they get morning sun. After many got badly damaged in a hail storm three weeks ago, I almost started to regret the fact that I had not stuck to my original intentions. I have always found that ficus are happy inside though, as long as they are in a reasonably bright position, so I would rather leave this tree where it is. Next time I want to do some cuttings I will try rooting them in water. I like the idea of being able to see the roots growing. Thanks for this tip.