- Low Maintenance, Variegated Foliage, Air Purifier
- Bright Indirect Light
- Mature Height 6 feet
- Water Needs - When Half Of The Soil Is Dry
The Ficus Moonshine is hard to find but worth the effort due to its unique, mottled foliage. Also known as Ficus shivereana, this plant has a tree-like form with a central stalk. While it is a slow grower, an indoor can reach up to six feet high. The broad leaves are predominantly light green, with splashes of dark green randomly scattered throughout. The bold variegation makes this plant truly special.
Best Locations For Growing Ficus Moonshine
This Ficus hybrid is adaptable but thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and above-average humidity. Rooms with increased humidity, such as bathrooms and kitchens, are ideal locations, but this plant can also do well in a living room, bedroom, or office. Keep the plant away from exterior doors, which can create drafts. Be aware that Ficus shivereana is toxic to pets if ingested, so reconsider bringing this plant into your home if you have curious pets.
Ficus Moonshine Sunlight Requirements
The light green foliage inspires the name "Moonshine," but this plant is all about sunlight. The Ficus Moonshine can live in medium to bright, indirect sunlight. While it can add some greenery to a location with medium sunlight, it will flourish in a spot with bright, indirect light and develop more intense variegation. Direct sunlight can damage the leaves.
Ficus Moonshine Care
Prune the Ficus Moonshine during the spring and summer to maintain its size or control its shape as needed. Repot this Ficus each year or as necessary, selecting a pot that is one to two inches larger. Use lightweight potting soil that promotes good drainage.
Watering Ficus Moonshine
The Ficus Moonshine has medium water needs. Water this houseplant when the top few inches of potting soil are dry. While the soil at the bottom of the container can remain damp, the top layer must be dry before watering. Root rot can be a serious issue, so be sure to remove any standing water from the tray or cover pot. The Ficus Moonshine thrives in above-average humidity, but average humidity is also acceptable.
Feeding Ficus Moonshine
Feed the Ficus Moonshine every four weeks during the spring and summer. Regular feedings encourage new growth and keep the plant healthy. Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer, and refrain from fertilizing when growth slows in the fall and winter.
Ficus Moonshine Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Mature Height: 6 feet |
| Mature Spread: 3 feet |
| Habit: Mounded, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Foliage Color(s): Yellow, Green |
| Watering: When Half Of The Soil Is Dry |
| Features: Low Maintenance, Variegated Foliage, Air Purifier |
| Common Name: Ficus Moonshine |
| Other Name(s): Ficus Moonshine |
| Scientific Name: Ficus shivereana |
- SKU:
- FICUS_SHIVEREANA
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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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