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Ficus Retusa Bonsai Low Light: Fluorescent Light, Careful Watering

Ficus retusa 9 yrs; small crown; apartment dim. Moving for light may harm. Lost few leaves.

Advice

Ficus tolerates low light better than most.
Add compact fluorescent bulb near plant.
Water carefully: not bone dry, not soggy.
Some leaf loss this season normal.
Don't overwater in low light.

Vance Wood.

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