Weeping Fig Shrub (Ficus benjamina)

Weeping Fig Shrub (Ficus benjamina)

The Weeping Fig (Ficus benjamina) is still included in the classic indoor ornamental plants, thanks to its beautiful evergreen foliage with the bright green oval-lanceolate leaves and the minimal care it requires. And although in its natural state it is a large tree, as a pot plant for indoor or outdoor areas - where the climate favors it - it does not exceed 3 meters. The Weeping Fig is offered in various forms, mainly as a shrub, it is easy to grow and very tolerance, even in the city center, while it is worth mentioning that it is also a diligent air purifier, according to the famous NASA research. In order to perform its role as a cleaner of toxins in the home or office (formaldehyde, xylene and toluene) and at the same time to enrich the air with oxygen, it is necessary to place 1 Weeping Fig plant every 15 to 25 square meters.

► It is offered at a price determined by the particular characteristics of the plant, such as the size of the pot, its height, age and shape. Large shrubs are also available for sale (and planting) upon prior arrangement. In any case, the price or prices listed are indicative.

BRIEF INFORMATION FOR WEEPING FIG

 

 

 

	FOLIAGE	Evergreen
	HEIGHT	0.90 - 3 m
	DIAMETER	0.90 - 3 m
	EXPOSURE	Half-Shade
	MINIMUM TEMPERATURES	From 0 to -1 °C
	WATERING	Regular
	SOIL	Medium
	SOIL pH	Moderately Acidic to Alkaline (5.5 - 8)
	FLOWERS	Inconspicuous
	FLOWERING SEASON	Sporadically Through the Year
	SEASIDE PLANTING	Yes (But behind other plants or structures)

 

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