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Ficus pumila 'Variegata'

Also Known As

  • Ficus pumila variegata
  • Variegata Climbing Fig
  • Variegata Creeping Fig
  • Variegated Climbing Fig Vine
  • Variegated Creeping Fig

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, vine

size

  • H: 1'-40'
  • W: 1'-40'

planting zones

  • 7a-11

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Ficus pumila 'Variegata' plant details

Ficus pumila 'Variegata' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover vine with green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ficus pumila 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial groundcover vine
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 1 FT - 40 FT - wide, 1 FT - 40 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, foliage plant, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ficus pumila 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This striking evergreen vine will cling to anything with aerial roots or provide a dense groundcover, topiary or indoor pot with small brightgreen leaves mottled with cream (can open almost white in cool areas!); Dramatic! S-PSh/M
Tender. Green and white heart shaped leaves.
Ficus pumila variegata has spreading rooting vines that will cling to any surface, climbing and covering, great for moss topiary forms. Small green leaves edged white. Great for topiary forms.
A beautiful classic wall climber! Ficus pumila This selection is adorned with creamy white margins that will really brighten up a wall! Self-clinging, too.
Widely edged in glowing white, the rounded dark blue-green foliage of this dainty vine creates a stark contrast. A tough and durable evergreen that adds interest anywhere. Allow the trailing stems to cascade from containers, climb walls, or cover a topiary form.

Gardening facts about Ficus pumila 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Ficus pumila 'Variegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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