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Archbonsaist in training
Join Date: Aug-2004
Location: Wynne
Country: United States
Posts: 479
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Ficus water experiment
I wasn't sure where to post this, so if there is a more appropriate Forum for it, please move it. Anyway, I decided to go ahead and test the theory that a ficus will grow with glee if placed in a tray of water which keeps the soil wet. This theory was proposed in another thread that has since been closed.
I have taken a rooted ficus cutting and placed it in a 3" nursery pot. It is planted in Brussel Martin's bonsai soil, and set into a bowl of water. I cut holes in the side of the bowl to control the level of water. I then placed the entire contraption where it will recieve full sun all day.
The current temp is 63 F, with 81% humidity. It is overcast today, and rain is in the forecast for the next couple of days.
As a control, I have quite a few other ficus cuttings which are being cared for normally, meaning that they are NOT placed in a tray or bowl of water. Some of them are in full sun, and some of them are in partial shade, due to the location of my tables and space limitations. I also have other ficus cuttings in a "propagation tank" which still have not produced roots yet.
I am providing a pic of the experimental setup. I will update this thread as time goes by, especially if the tree shows any change in growth, whether good or bad.
Experimental Regards,
John
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