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Quick Guide
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Sculptural bonsai with an attractive, characterful woody trunk
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Glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round indoor colour
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Compact statement plant ideal for shelves and tables
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Thrives in bright, indirect light and warm rooms
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Regular trimming maintains its distinctive miniature tree shape
Ficus microcarpa, commonly known in the UK as the Bonsai Fig, is an elegant indoor bonsai prized for its sculptural trunk, intricate branching and glossy evergreen foliage. Its rich green leaves create a lush canopy above the characterful grey-brown wood, giving the appearance of a mature tree in miniature.
A beautiful focal point for a living room, home office, hallway or bright bedroom, Ficus microcarpa works particularly well in contemporary, Japanese-inspired and minimalist interiors. Display it individually as a statement piece or combine it with foliage plants such as Zamioculcas, Monstera, Ficus elastica or compact ferns for a layered indoor planting display.
This is primarily a foliage plant, rather than one grown for noticeable flowers. Although houseplants contribute positively to an indoor environment, they should not be relied upon as a significant method of air purification.
When grown freely as a houseplant, Ficus microcarpa can eventually become a sizeable indoor tree, potentially reaching around 150–200cm. As a bonsai, however, regular pruning and shaping will comfortably maintain a much smaller size, typically around 30–80cm.
Trim new shoots periodically during active growth to maintain its attractive canopy and encourage denser branching. Its naturally architectural shape makes it particularly rewarding for anyone wanting an impressive indoor plant without requiring large amounts of space.
Plant Guide
Position your Ficus microcarpa in bright, indirect light, although gentle morning or evening sunshine is beneficial. Avoid dark locations and prolonged harsh midday sun.
Water when the upper few centimetres of compost feel slightly dry, watering thoroughly before allowing excess moisture to drain. Never leave the roots permanently waterlogged.
Occasional misting can benefit the foliage where indoor air is particularly dry. Aim for moderate humidity and keep the plant away from cold draughts, radiators and sudden temperature changes.
Feed approximately every two to four weeks during spring and summer with a balanced houseplant or bonsai fertiliser. Reduce feeding during winter.
Use clean bonsai scissors or secateurs for shaping and removing unwanted growth. Regularly inspect leaves and stems for scale insects, spider mites and mealybugs.
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EAN code027520
- Foliage ColourDark Green
- SunlightFull Sun or Partial Shade
- Care GuideEasy
- Growth RateSlow
- Pet FriendlyToxic if ingested
- Child FriendlyCaution Advised
- Foliage TypeEvergreen, Glossy
- Light ConditionsBright Indirect Light
- HumidityModerate 40-60%
- Soil TypeFree draining houseplant compost
- Pot Diameter cm20
Delivery Areas
We deliver within the M25 area of London. For deliveries of Pots & Planters outside this zone, we may be able to help on a case-by-case basis — please contact our sales team at [email protected]. You are also welcome to visit our garden centre in Kentish Town, where our team will be happy to help in person.
Delivery Costs & Delivery Day
Delivery charges are based on postcode zone within the M25. Enter your postcode at the top of this page to see your zone and cost, or check at checkout. You can also select your preferred delivery day at checkout.
Delivery Timeframes
We aim to deliver orders within 2–4 working days. During peak seasons, such as Christmas, delivery times may vary slightly due to increased demand. We will keep you informed at every stage.
Third-Party Couriers
For London postcodes outside a 5-mile radius of our Kentish Town garden centre, we may occasionally use a third-party courier for delivery. In these cases, we try our best to still deliver the items in the requested delivery time slot but please be aware that occasionally this may not always be possible and is out of our control.
Delivery Discrepancies
Please check your order as soon as it arrives. If there is any discrepancy — such as a missing, incorrect, or damaged item — please contact us within 48 hours of delivery so we can put things right. After this time, we will assume the order was received complete and in good condition. We are unable to take responsibility for damage that has occurred after this period.
Click & Collect
We encourage you to collect from our garden centre in Kentish Town — it saves on delivery costs and gives you the chance to see our full range of plants and products in person.
All Click & Collect orders must be collected within 7 days of being ready, unless a later date has been arranged with us in advance. If an order is not collected within this time, it will be cancelled and a refund issued.
Returns Policy
If you need to return an item, please contact us within 14 days of receipt to arrange a return or exchange. Products must be in their original condition and packaging. Plants may be non-refundable unless they arrive damaged or defective.
Items bought in-store or collected can be returned directly at the garden centre. If you would like us to collect a return and it is in good condition (e.g. you have changed your mind), it must be in its original condition, and the same delivery cost will apply for the return.
Plants marked as reduced for end-of-season clearance are non-refundable, as they are sold specifically to clear stock. This does not apply to special offers or multibuy promotions, which are eligible for returns as per our standard terms.
Questions about delivery or returns? Email [email protected] or call +44 (0) 20 7284 4999.
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Buy Ficus microcapa (Pot Size 20cm) S-Shape Bonsai Fig at The Boma Garden Centre in Kentish Town, London. Visit our garden centre in London and check our wide range of plants & gardening products. We also offer many other products in our webshop. We look forward to seeing you soon!