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22-Jun-2005	#1
Bonsaifreak bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman Join Date: Jun-2005 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas USDA Zone: 9 AHS Heat Zone: ? Posts: 989	Ficus dropping all its leaves I acquired a narrow leaf ficus (Ficus nerifolia) a few month ago and repotted the tree after somewhat vigorus root prunning into a smaler and shallow pot. The treet appeared OK for a few weeks but now its laeves are turning yellow and dropping. There is some new growth coming out but not enough to recover the bald areas of the tree crown. I am giving it plenty of light and Iam not too generous with water as required for this species. Is there hope for this poor fella? __________________ "Always acknowledge a fault. This will throw those in authority off their guard and give you an opportunity to commit more." Mark Twain

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22-Jun-2005	#2
Bart Thomas(deceased) Perpetual Novice Join Date: Jun-2003 Location: Bridgewater, NJ Country: United States USDA Zone: 6 AHS Heat Zone: 5 Posts: 1,367	Hang in there. Don't overwater. It's probably reacting to the root pruning. They do that. You changed its location, too. Right? Probably a good idea to give it some protection from that Texas sun for a while. Last edited by Bart Thomas : 22-Jun-2005 at 11:28 AM.

22-Jun-2005	#3
Will_Heath BANNED Join Date: Apr-2004 Location: Clinton Township, MI Country: USA USDA Zone: 6 MI AHS Heat Zone: 4 Posts: 4,227	Bart's correct as always. Ficus will do this sometimes after repotting or another change. Don't baby it, treat it as you always have, don't try to "save" it by over watering, feeding, etc. It'll sprout new leaves before you know it. Will

22-Jun-2005	#4
Bonsaifreak bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman Join Date: Jun-2005 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas USDA Zone: 9 AHS Heat Zone: ? Posts: 989	Sigh of relief... Sounds encouraging. I heard these trees are temperamental. I am glad to know it's just a phase. Thanks. __________________ "Always acknowledge a fault. This will throw those in authority off their guard and give you an opportunity to commit more." Mark Twain

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