Ficus altissima 'Yellow Gem' commonly called the lofty fig has beautifully variegated leaves with bright green and yellow. The lush and bushy leaves make this plant an excellent choice as an indoor or patio feature plant, especially since it will get quite large -a plant that will nearly reach your ceiling.
Ficus plants have extremely invasive roots so, in urban gardens, it is strongly advisable to keep them in pots or containers rather than planting them in the ground.
Light requirement: Part sun/part shade and Bright indirect sunlight
Water requirement: Medium
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Soil: For pots: premium-quality potting mix in pots that have good drainage.
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Fast
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: Medium
Frost tolerance: Medium
Wind tolerance: Medium
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Suitable for shaping: No
Colour: Bright green and yellow variegation
Variegation: Yes
Size: Small/medium
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage
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Fruit: Insignificant