'Evergreen' Weeping Fig - Ficus benjamina - 2.5L / 17cm / Medium
$20.00Ficus benjamina 'Evergreen'
Ficus benjamina 'Evergreen' is a vigorous, upright cultivar of the classic weeping fig, selected for its lush, glossy foliage and greater adaptability to indoor conditions. Compared to older types, 'Evergreen' is more tolerant of inconsistent watering and environmental change, with a faster growth rate and fuller canopy. Its fine, arching branches and cascading leaves create a soft, flowing silhouette—ideal for adding height and greenery to foyers, hallways or large bright rooms.
Left unpruned, this cultivar can grow into a tall, tree-like specimen reaching 2–3.5 metres indoors. With regular trimming, it can also be shaped into a more formal column or softened into a broad canopy.
Toxic if ingested. Irritating sap.
Comprehensive Care Instructions for Ficus benjamina 'Evergreen'
Lighting Requirements
Indoors: Prefers bright, indirect light but will tolerate medium levels. Morning sun is beneficial. Low light can lead to thinning.
Outdoors (warm zones): Grows well in sheltered, partially shaded spots. Protect from strong wind and frost.
Watering Regimen
Active Growth (Spring to Early Autumn):
Water when the top 3–5cm of soil is dry. Ensure good drainage and avoid soggy soil.
Cooler Months:
Water less frequently and allow the soil to dry more deeply between waterings.
Temperature & Humidity
Ideal range is 16°C–28°C. Avoid cold drafts and rapid temperature changes.
Tolerates average humidity but benefits from occasional misting or placement near other plants.
Fertilizing
Feed every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced, diluted liquid fertiliser. Do not fertilise in winter unless actively growing under lights.
Pruning & Maintenance
Prune regularly to control height and encourage dense growth. Can be trimmed into a column, canopy, or topiary shape.
Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and support healthy foliage.
Repotting
Repot every 2–3 years or when rootbound. Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix with perlite or bark added for aeration.
Pests & Troubleshooting
Can be prone to scale, spider mites or mealybugs, particularly in dry indoor air.
Leaf drop may occur after relocation or stress but is usually temporary. Avoid overwatering and low light.
Important Note: Grows Large if You Let It
Ficus benjamina 'Evergreen' is not compact by nature—it’s a true indoor tree that thrives when given space and light. Perfect for rooms that need height, greenery and a soft, sculptural presence.
Plant Size Guide
The plant in the photos is an example and an approximate guide only however we try to show an average sized example. Sizes, flowering state and colours change throughout the seasons and variation will occur. In summer & autumn, plants are often larger or the same size as than the example picture but around winter and spring, they can be a little smaller but still at a size similar to the example. We aim to update the pictures to reflect significant differences.
Plant Heights - because the plant's foliage must fit inside our Plant Cartons, the actual height of a plant's central trunk (meristem) will be shorter than the box it fits in.
Small Plants - 14cm wide nursery pot - 1 Litre volume - Plants fit in a 50cm tall box.
Medium Plants - 17cm wide pots either 2L hanging pot or 2.5L nursery pot - Plants fit in a 75cm tall box.
Large Plants - 25cm wide pot, 10L volume. Plants fit in a 100cm tall box.
XL Plants - Plants over 100cm tall in pot sizes specified, 25cm/10L or greater and are hand delivered within Auckland/Northland only.
Dispatch Times
Plant courier orders are processed Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday.
North Island orders are targeted overnight delivery, South Island orders are sent on a 2-day target but these are not a guaranteed delivery timeframe.
Add 1 extra day after a public holiday as well as for rural addresses or remote towns.
Monday - We send orders placed on previous Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.
Tuesday - We send Weekend orders from previous Saturday & Sunday.
Wednesday - We send orders placed from Monday & Tuesday.
XL Plants are delivered only within urban Auckland & Whangarei and this service is for non-urgent orders. This excludes satellite destinations such as Beachlands, Pukekohe, Piha, Helensville etc and Whangarei Heads. We may deliver at any time Sunday, Monday, Wednesday or Thursday in Auckland and you need to have a sheltered accessible position for us to deliver to.
Plants in Transit
Each Small, Medium & Large plant is individually contained within its own protective cardboard Plant Carton which may be joined to other cartons in your order.
Plants typically take just a day or two to arrive, however they are usually fine in their cartons for 1-2 weeks, and many can go longer, so a few extra days are not usually cause for concern.
Whether it takes 1 or 7 days, let your plant recover from its journey by placing in gentle light and adding a little water and it will be back to its best within a couple of days. Let us know if there are any major issues via the contact page.
