Overview
Ficus binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Ficus, part of the Moraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ficus binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen' 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 binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen' is a bushy deciduous cultivar of the Ficus genus, which includes evergreen and deciduous trees, shrubs, and climbers with typically leathery leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with fertile, well-drained soil such as chalk, loam, or sand, favouring alkaline to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it suits architectural planting, city and courtyard gardens, as well as patios and containers. It is best propagated by hardwood cuttings, layering, or suckers, with interest mainly in 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 binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen' 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 binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen'
- 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 binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen'?
Ficus binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ficus binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen' need?
Ficus binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen' 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 binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen' hardy in the UK?
Ficus binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen' 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 binnendijkii 'Amstel Queen'?
Propagate by hardwood cuttings, by layering or from suckers.
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