Ficus diversifolia — Bushy

Overview

Ficus diversifolia is a bushy shrubs in the genus Ficus, part of the Moraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Ficus diversifolia grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Ficus diversifolia is a bushy, evergreen shrub or tree cultivar within the Ficus genus, known for its leathery leaves and small flowers that develop inside a hollow structure. It thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a moist but well-drained condition, suitable for full sun or partial shade in sheltered, south-, west-, or east-facing aspects. Hardy to H1b, it is ideal for growing as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses. Propagation is typically by semi-hardwood cuttings or air layering, with interest in spring and summer seasons.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Ficus

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H1b

Plant details

Ficus diversifolia size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs, Trees, Fruit Edible
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Ficus diversifolia

Propagation: Semi-hardwood cuttings, Air layering
Pest resistance: Susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, thrips, mealybugs, scale insects under glass
Disease resistance: Susceptible to honey fungus