Overview

Ficus carica 'Ice Crystal' (F) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Ficus, part of the Moraceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 2.5-4 metres tall and 2.5-4 metres wide, reaching full size in around 10-20 years. Ficus carica 'Ice Crystal' (F) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH.

About

Ficus carica 'Ice Crystal' is a bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the genus Ficus, known for its edible fruit. It typically grows to a height and spread of 2.5 to 4 metres, reaching full size over 10 to 20 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, favouring south-, west-, or east-facing positions. It adapts well to various soil types including chalk, loam, sand, and clay, preferring moist but well-drained or well-drained alkaline to neutral soils. 'Ice Crystal' offers seasonal interest throughout spring, summer, autumn, and winter.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Ficus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Chalk, Loam, Sand, Clay

Soil pH

Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained, Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

Plant details

Ficus carica 'Ice Crystal' (F) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Shrubs, Fruit Edible

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

2.5-4 metres

Spread

2.5-4 metres

Time to full height

10-20 years

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