Elegant Appearance
Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
Average Watering Needs
Mature Height 4-6 feet

Also known as the Weeping Fig Tree, Ficus ‘Benjamina’ features a gray trunk with slender, arched branches and glossy leaves. Although it’s native to Australia and Asia, the Benjamina Ficus is able to thrive in a wide range of environments. In nature, the Benjamina Ficus is an evergreen tree living in tropical and subtropical environments. This plant is sure to bring elegance to any room.

Best Locations For Growing Benjamina Ficus

Grow this plant in a location away from drafts and heat vents to prevent leaves from turning brown and falling. The Benjamina Ficus is commonly used in interior decorating and is grown in spaces like offices or living rooms. This plant thrives in high humidity but can tolerate normal household humidity without harm.

Benjamina Ficus Sunlight Requirements

Bright, indirect sunlight is best for this plant. It needs at least 6 hours of filtered sunlight per day. For example, if your plant is near a south-facing window, consider a sheer curtain to filter the sunlight. Otherwise, the Benjamina Ficus will be happy placed near an east- or west-facing window.

Benjamina Ficus Care

The Benjamina Ficus is easily stressed. It prefers to stay in one location in your home since relocating may lead to leaves dropping. Under the right conditions, this is a fast-growing plant. Repot in the spring or summer, about once a year. The soil should be fast draining and rich in organic matter. Pruning is necessary to maintain the desired plant size and shape. Prune in the winter time when this plant is dormant and less susceptible to injury and disease. This plant is toxic if ingested by humans or animals, and has a latex-based sap that some may be allergic to.

Watering Benjamina Ficus

Water when the top inch or two of soil is dry and try to keep the soil moist during the growing season. This plant doesn’t mind the soil drying out between waterings, especially in the winter. On average, water about once a week.

Feeding Benjamina Ficus

The Benjamina Ficus can be fertilized with a balanced slow-release pellet fertilizer during the spring and summer. These plants will also benefit from fertilizer every two months during the fall and winter.

Benjamina Ficus Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light

Care Requirements: Easy

Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.

Pet Friendly: No

Kid Friendly: No

Air Purifier: Moderate

Habit: Upright

Growth Rate: Fast

Mature Height: 4-6 feet

Mature Spread: 2-3 feet

Flowering: No

Flower Color(s): None

Flower Shade/Description: Grown for Foliage

Fragrant:

Foliage Type: Variegated

Foliage Color(s): Green, White

Foliage Description: Variegted White and Green

Temperature: 65° - 75°F (18° - 24°C)

Humidity: Average (40% - 60%)

Common Name: Benjamina Ficus

Other Name(s): Weeping Fig, Benjamin Tree, Ficus Tree, Benjamin Fig

Scientific Name: Ficus benjamina

Plant Type: House Plant

SKU:: Ficus_Benjamina-HP

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

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