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Ficus afghanistanica 'Dwarf Green Filigree'

Also Known As

Dwarf Green Filigree Fig Tree

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

7b-11

Ficus afghanistanica 'Dwarf Green Filigree' plant details

Ficus afghanistanica 'Dwarf Green Filigree' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ficus afghanistanica 'Dwarf Green Filigree'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Uses: compact, dwarf, lacy leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ficus afghanistanica 'Dwarf Green Filigree'

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction, the third in a serious of selections made here from this beautiful species. This form is a diminutive and compact plant, growing less than 3' in as many years, and finely textured with filigreed, lacy foliage. Very drought tolerant once established in sun to part shade. Frost hardy to the upper edge of USDA zone 7 so far. From a species native to Northern India, western Iran, as well as Afghanistan.