Ficus afghanistanica 'Green Filigree'

Also Known As

Green Filigree Fig Tree

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

7a-11

Ficus afghanistanica 'Green Filigree' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ficus afghanistanica 'Green Filigree'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ficus afghanistanica 'Green Filigree'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction, the third in a series of selections made here from this beautiful species. This form has intricately lobed, filigreed leaves of deep green. Very drought tolerant once established in sun to part shade. Eventually 15-20' tall, kept smaller with pruning. 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.