Overview
Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Ficus, part of the Moraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and mediterranean climate plants.
About
Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) is a deciduous, bushy shrub cultivar within the Ficus genus, known for its evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs with leathery leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, west- or south-facing aspects with fertile, well-drained soil that can be chalk, loam, or sand with neutral to alkaline pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it suits architectural and courtyard gardens, as well as patios and containers. It is best propagated by hardwood cuttings, layering, or suckers, with interest during spring and summer.
About the genus
Ficus is a genus of about 850 species of woody trees, shrubs, vines, epiphytes and hemiepiphytes in the family Moraceae. Collectively known as fig trees or figs, they are native throughout the tropics with a few species extending into the semi-warm temperate zone. Many Ficus species are grown for their fruits, though only two species, the common fig and sycamore fig, are cultivated to any extent, with common fig being the type species and by far the most important.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ficus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Trees, Fruit Edible
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR)
- Propagation
- Propagate by hardwood cuttings, by layering or from suckers
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, thrips, mealybugs and scale insects under glass
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR)?
Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) need?
Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR)?
Propagate by hardwood cuttings, by layering or from suckers.
