Ficus auriculata Everest ('Espe1701'PBR) — Bushy

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.

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.

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