{"product_id":"banyan-ficus-bonsai-beginner-kit-s-shaped","title":"Twisty Ficus Bonsai Beginner Kit","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart your bonsai journey with a beautiful 8-year-old Ficus bonsai, complete with the essential accessories you need to begin caring for your tree. The\u003cem\u003e Ficus retusa\u003c\/em\u003e, also called Banyan, is admired for its lush green foliage, strong trunk and distinctive character, making it a rewarding choice for beginners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis traditional S-shaped bonsai features an elegantly curved trunk and carefully developed branches, creating a classic miniature tree with plenty of natural charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to care for and ideal for beginners, this Banyan Ficus offers an enjoyable introduction to the art of bonsai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root LR5Y_W_content yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes everything you need to get started:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Twisty Ficus bonsai\u003cbr\u003e- 250ml bonsai fertiliser \u003cbr\u003e- small pruning scissors \u003cbr\u003e-Matching ceramic drip tray \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhere to Keep Your Ficus Bonsai\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFicus bonsai are best kept indoors in a bright, warm position, ideally close to a window where they receive plenty of natural light. Keep them away from cold draughts, radiators and sudden temperature changes. Through hotter months, they should not receive direct sunglight for more than 2-3 hours a day. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDuring the warmer summer months, a Ficus can also be placed outdoors in a warm, sheltered spot, but as a tropical tree it should be brought back inside before temperatures become too cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eEach Bonsai is Unique\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEvery bonsai is naturally unique, so there will be slight differences in the shape, size, trunk and foliage from tree to tree. Our bonsai pots are also handmade, meaning small variations in colour, finish and shape are part of their individual character. These natural differences make every bonsai truly one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied in a 15cm blue ceramic pot and an approximate height of 28cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll measurements are approximate. Heights are measured from the bottom of the pot to the top of the tree. As our ceramic pots are individually glazed, small variations, minor blemishes and fine glazing cracks may naturally occur. These are part of the character of the pot and do not affect its function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Somerset Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"15cm | 8 year old | 30cm tall Approx.","offer_id":54903857840469,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1068\/8964\/2325\/files\/Ficus_and_kit.png?v=1790002196","url":"https:\/\/somersetbonsai.com\/products\/banyan-ficus-bonsai-beginner-kit-s-shaped","provider":"Somerset Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}