Cling-On® Yellow Gem Council Tree Ficus altissima
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72 - 96 Inches0 -0 -1.8m - 2.4m0cm0cmFeatures
This beautiful tree makes a striking impression indoors. Its broad, smooth, shiny leaves are two tones of green, with pointy tips. In the wild, this tree can grow over 40 feet tall, but in your home, it should top out around 6 to 8 feet. Other common names include 'Lofty Fig'.
Adaptable As HouseplantFoliage InterestHarmful To:PetsCharacteristics
Plant Type:HouseplantHeight Category:TallHeight:72 - 96 Inches 1.8m - 2.4mFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:Bright green with lime green variegationHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:HighLight Requirement:MediumLow - No direct sun, not near a window. Medium - Medium bright indirect light in the AM or PM, typically from an east or west window. High - Bright direct or indirect light for much of the day, typically from a south window.
Maintenance Category:ModeratePreferred Temperature:60 - 85 °FWater Category:AverageHumidity Preference:MediumHumidity Preference:HighContainer Soil Type:Indoor Potting MixNeeds Good DrainageUses:Bright SpacesUses:DesktopsUses:WindowsillsUses Notes:Not for human or animal consumption.
Maintenance Notes:- For optimal performance, keep your Cling-On Fig at 60-85°F (15-29°C).
- Be sure to position your Cling-On Fig away from cold drafts and forced air.
- Cling-On Figs thrive in bright indirect light. Cling-On Yellow Gem will benefit from a couple hours of direct sunlight each day, such as from a south- or west-facing window.
- Cling-On Figs prefer to dry out some in between waterings. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before giving your Fig a good soaking.
- Feed your Cling-On once per month at half strength when it is actively growing. Reduce frequency of fertilization in the winter months. If no new leaves are growing, it does not need to be fertilized.
- Protect furniture when watering & fertilizing.
- If your Cling-On Fig is a young plant, it will grow fairly quickly and may need to be repotted every 1-2 years. When repotting your Fig, use all purpose potting mix with added orchid bark and perlite to ensure good drainage and plenty of nutrients.
- This Cling-On Fig has broad leaves that should be dusted regularly to ensure it is photosynthesizing all the light it can get.
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