Glossy oval leaves of Ficus microcarpa ‘Nitida’ grow more upright than other species, with much larger and more pointed leaves than the standard Ficus microcarpa. This lush plant is always dense with its distinct shiny foliage, but make sure to provide it with plenty of light to maintain its luscious look.
WATERING
S/S allow 20% of the top soil to dry out. In A/W allow soil to dry out 50%.
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS
Bright, indirect. Can be susceptible to scorching if placed in direct light.
FEED
Use a houseplant fertiliser once a month from April – October.
REPOTTING
Repot every 1.5-2 years. Use a well draining house plant compost with an added drainage medium like perlite.
POT SIZE / HEIGHT
See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens’ height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.
Plant supplied in plastic nursery pot.
