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Weeping fig Ficus Benjamina Variegata

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Exposure Weeping figPosizione luminosa
This plant prefers very luminous locations, during this period of the year it is best to avoid direct exposure to solar rays. Let's position the plants where they can enjoy a good source of light,yet avoiding direct sunshine, which could cause antiaesthetic burnings on the foliage.These plants don't like cold weather, therefore in the Spring it is best to set them outside only when the temperatures are above 15°C.

Generalities Weeping fig
These plants have an erect development; in the lower part they usually show a bare stem, while towards the top they widen to form the crown. The Weeping fig Is medium in size; in winter it assumes a greenwhite colouring. These are evergreen plants, which means they keep their leaves year round. The Weeping fig develops in an erect manner and, as the years go by, becomes a tree.

Fertilization Weeping fig
During this period of the year it's good to fertilize our plants every 15-20 days; let’s choose a specific fertilizer, for house plants, flowering or green ones, to add to the water used to irrigate. We should prefer fertilizers rich in nitrogen and potassium, to favour flowering and the development of new vegetation.

Watering Weeping figTenere asciutto
Water rarely, about once every 1-2 weeks with 2-3 glasses of water , keeping the soil dry for a few days before watering again; when wetting we suggest avoiding surpluses, however to wet the soil deep down. Let's remember to empty the plant saucers after watering, to avoid that stagnant water could damage the roots.

Treatments Weeping fig
Generally during this time of year we suggest a pre-emptive treatment with wide range insecticide and with a systemic fungicide, to prevent the attack from part of the aphids and the development of fungus diseases, often favoured by a mild and damp climate.

Soil Weeping fig
Let’s grow these apartment plants in a very well drained soil.

Climate
peat
sand
Soil
Pumice
Bark
S. Organic
alpine
5
0
2
0
2
1
continental
4
0
2
0
2
1
mediterranean
3
0
2
0
2
1

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Notes - Weeping fig

When wanted we can grow these plants in a vase. The indications given in this article are related to a medium size plant.

This page concerns the weather continental it is possible to choose another climate area alpine mediterranean

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