Ficus microcarpa 'Green island Fig' A sweet, yet tough & compact plant with dense evergreen foliage, Ficus 'Green island' is an excellent choice for low hedging or groundcover. This drought-tolerant & hardy plant even makes an excellent bonsai tree. Green Island Fig can be grown indoors, however it requires a sunny position, close to a window, as insufficient light makes it vulnerable to rot and/or leaf drop. Light requirement: Full sun/ Partial shade.Water requirement: Low to moderate. Watering frequency: Water regularly during dry periods.Soil: Well-draining, fertilised soil. Can tolerate coastal/ sandy conditions. Skill level: Suits Beginner Green thumb.Growth rate: Moderate growth. Suitable for container gardens: Yes Mature Height : 1mMature Width: 1m Seasonality: Evergreen Drought Tolerant: YesFrost Tolerant: Protect from frost, will not tolerate prolonged frost periodsWind Tolerant: Yes Leaf colour: Deep green and glossy Leaf shape: Round Leaf Variegation pattern: No Flower Colour: Flower Shape: Flowering Season: Fruit: Small red berries
