Ficus Melon Seed Bonsai with Tiny Leaves and a Great Start for Styling
This Ficus Melon Seed has a lot going for it. The first thing I notice is the base. It has that chunky, rooted look that gives the tree some age and character before you even get into the branching.
Melon Seed Ficus is loved in bonsai because the leaves stay very small, which helps the whole tree feel more believable in miniature. This one is not finished, and that is part of the appeal. It has plenty of branching, a nice upright structure, and enough material for the next owner to make real decisions with it.
This is the exact Ficus Melon Seed bonsai you will receive.
Why This Tree Stands Out
- Foliage: Ficus microcarpa 'Melon Seed' is prized for producing extremely small leaves, which makes it excellent for bonsai scale.
- Structure: This tree has lots of branching already in place and is ready for styling.
- Base: The exposed root base gives the tree a stronger, older feel than a plain young ficus.
- Pot: Potted in a 10" glazed Japanese ceramic pot that gives the tree a clean finished presentation while still leaving room for refinement.
Tree Details
- Common Name: Ficus Melon Seed
- Botanical Name: Ficus microcarpa 'Melon Seed'
- Height: 21" tall from table to apex
- Spread: 13"
- Pot: 10" glazed Japanese ceramic pot
- Availability: Online Only
About This Tree
This is a good tree for someone who wants to style a ficus instead of just buying something already decided. The small leaves, root base, and branching give you the right ingredients. Now it needs someone with an eye to bring out the best version of it.
Care Notes
Ficus Melon Seed is a tropical tree and should be protected from cold. Give it bright light, warmth, good airflow, and steady watering. Do not keep it constantly wet, but do not let it dry out hard either. If growing indoors, strong light is important.
Please Note
All trees are sold as-is. All sales are final - no refunds, returns, or exchanges. Once the tree leaves our nursery, care is your responsibility. Have questions? Just reach out - we're happy to help.
We ship thousands of bonsai trees and supplies each year, and every order is packed with care by our team. Live trees are watered, secured, and packaged to help them arrive safely and ready for their new home.
Live bonsai trees generally ship early in the week, Monday and Tuesday, to reduce time in transit. Tools, pots, soil, fertilizer, and other non-living items usually ship throughout the week.
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