USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height
1 - 15 m (3 - 50 ft)
Spread
0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Light
light shade to shade
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to alkaline
Description
The showy matte foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Ficus pumila (creeping fig) bears showy fruit. This plant has smooth stems. A specimen plant, Ficus pumila (creeping fig) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, annual, container, ground cover, hanging basket, house plant, foundation, specimen, topiary, tropical and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Ficus pumila tolerates pollution and salt. This vine attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Ficus pumila (creeping fig) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Regular pruning will be required to keep this vine tidy. Be advised that Ficus pumila (creeping fig) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.
