Port Jackson Fig. A very handsome foliage plant with glossy, leathery dark green leaves which are hairy and rusty when young. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 2m. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Ficus rubiginosa
A very handsome foliage plant with glossy, leathery dark green leaves which are hairy and rusty when young
Additional information
| Generic | Ficus |
|---|---|
| Species | rubiginosa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Port Jackson Fig |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Moraceae |
| Spread | 2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Mist regularly |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Early spring |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Red spider mite, Scale |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Layering, Stem cuttings |
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