Product Description
Ficus pumila (3.5-inch pot)
Common Name: Creeping Fig
Spread: 3 Feet
Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Sun to Part Shade
Hardy in Zones 9-11 only, Semi hardy Zone 8.
Mostly used as a climbing vine
More Northern zones use as an annual or houseplant
Excellent for topiary
Small, leathery dark green leaves increase in size with age
Ficus pumila is a vining plant that is native to East Asia. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach a length of 30 feet or more. The leaves are small and oval, and they can be green, variegated, or even purple. The flowers are small and inconspicuous.
Ficus pumila is a popular houseplant because it is easy to care for and it can tolerate a wide range of conditions. It prefers bright, indirect sunlight, but it can also tolerate low light. It should be watered regularly, but it should not be allowed to sit in water. Ficus pumila is not cold-hardy, so it should be brought indoors during the winter.
Ficus pumila can be trained to grow on a trellis, a wall, or even a hanging basket. It can also be used as a groundcover. Fig Vine prefers well drained, rich, loamy soil. Useful as a ground cover in small areas where growth can be contained. If not pruned, fig vine leaves will grow up to 4" and become thicker and shinier. Most often pruned to maintain small juvenile growth. Mature prostrate height ½"-1½", spread 3', climbing height 15'+.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
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Very impressed with the service,the follow up The plants arrived on time, nicely packed and in good condition Very good company would certainly buy again and refer people
