The Ficus weeping-leaved tree is a tropical and subtropical plant that is wind-resistant, moisture-resistant, absorbs air pollution and purifies the air. It is a very effective air purifier.
It likes a hot and humid climate, is resistant to moisture, barrenness, and pruning, and avoids low-temperature and dry environments; it does not have strict requirements for light; the suitable temperature for growth and development is 23-32°C, and it has strong cold resistance and can withstand Temporary low temperature of 0℃.
Lighting conditions: Neutral plant, suitable for planting in semi-shade
Required maintenance: sufficient water, keep the pot soil moist
Daily life of Ficus weeping-leaf fig Cultivation techniques and methods are:
(1) Light and temperature. Generally, it should be placed in a bright place, but direct sunlight should be avoided, especially mosaic and leaf varieties. If there is insufficient sunlight, the internodes will elongate, the leaves will droop softly, and the growth will be weak; under sunlight, the mesophyll will become thicker and glossy. Although weeping-leaf figs have certain cold tolerance, the overwintering temperature should not be lower than 5℃, and the suitable growth temperature is 15-30℃.
(2) Moisture. During the vigorous growth period, you should water frequently to keep it moist, and spray water on the leaf surface and surrounding space frequently to promote plant growth and improve the gloss of the leaves. In winter, if the pot soil is too wet, roots will rot easily. You must wait until the pot is dry before watering again.
(3) Soil and fertilization. The pot soil can be a mixed soil rich in humus, such as compost mixed with an equal amount of peat soil, and some base fertilizer can be applied as a base fertilizer. During the growing season, liquid fertilizer can be applied every 2 weeks. The fertilizer is mainly nitrogen fertilizer, with some potassium fertilizer as appropriate. Pot soil and pot selection. The size of the pot varies depending on the size of the plant. In order to form a good tree posture, 3 seedlings can be planted in each pot. Generally, small potted plants should be repotted once a year in April, and large potted plants can be repotted once every 2-3 years to supplement the nutrients needed for growth.