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Ficus benjamina 'Pandora'

Also Known As

  • Curly Weeping Fig
  • Pandora's Weeping Fig

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 10b-12

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Ficus benjamina 'Pandora' plant details

Ficus benjamina 'Pandora' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ficus benjamina 'Pandora'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ficus benjamina 'Pandora'

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ficus benjamina ‘Pandora’ is a unique, curly form of Weeping Fig. This evergreen houseplant has glossy green, curlique leaves covering thin, arching branches. Young specimens are often braided together to create an elegant, structured houseplant. Matures into a small tree or large shrub, maxing out around 6 feet indoors. Ficus plants do not like their environment to change, which may cause leaf drop. Provide a well-draining soil and water infrequently, more so during active growth. They love a bright, sunny room with indirect light. Direct sun will burn the leaves. It’s best to rotate your plant periodically to encourage equal growth on all sides. Ideally, your Ficus should be kept at indoor temperatures between 65° and 75°F. Avoid nighttime temperatures below 50°F.
Dark, glossy green leaves are folded and curled. A small tree to large shrub it is easily kept in bounds with occasional pruning. An excellent bonsai specimen. As easily grown as any of the Weeping Figs, Ficus benjamina, but with a finer textured, denser canopy when mature.

Gardening facts about Ficus benjamina 'Pandora' plant

How to Grow Ficus benjamina 'Pandora'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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