Description
A Revered Ficus with a Rich History
Bengal Figs, also known as Ficus benghalensis, have a rich history and cultural significance in South Asia. The tree has been revered for centuries as a symbol of life and fertility, and it is often associated with Hinduism, where it is considered a sacred tree. The tree has been mentioned in various ancient Indian texts and mythology, including the Mahabharata and the Bhagavad Gita. In some Indian villages, the tree is worshipped and considered to be the abode of a Hindu goddess.
The Bengal Fig tree is also known for its impressive size, with some trees growing up to 100 feet tall and spreading up to 300 feet wide.
Caring for your Bengal Fig
Bengal Fig trees are hardy plants that can adapt to a range of different environments, making them a great choice for indoor or outdoor landscaping. With proper care, these trees can live for many years and become a stunning focal point in any garden or landscape.
Light
Bengal Figs prefer bright, indirect light. If grown indoors, place the tree near a bright window that gets plenty of light but is not exposed to direct sunlight.
Watering
The tree prefers consistently moist soil but should not be waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering it again.
Fertilizer
Fertilize the tree during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.
Pruning
Prune the tree to maintain its shape and size, and remove any dead or damaged branches.
Pests
Keep an eye out for pests such as spider mites and scale insects and treat them promptly with an insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Renee Langley (verified owner) –
Healthy, so far
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Very nice, looks healthy
Valerie (verified owner) –
Both plants shipped really well. They look very healthy. No leaves were damaged from the trip and no leaves have dropped since we have had them over the past week. Looking forward to transplanting them in another week per your recommendation. Thank you!
Ekaterina Gudkina (verified owner) –
Harry –
How big is the pot for Extra Large size?
Elizabeth (verified owner) –
My beautiful plant arrived promptly and looks very healthy!
Cathy Lance (verified owner) –
Wow. Big and beautiful.
Kelley Van Epps (verified owner) –
My mother was pleasantly surprised by her Audrey Ficus we got her for Mother’s Day. The communication was great and the plant was just as expected. I’d order again!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Olivia O’Neil –
I’m only seeing medium size here, a few leaves with pole support. But the recently shipped plants section has all humongous (XL) beautiful trees. How do I buy those? Is this a scam?
Kim (verified owner) –
Their customer service is outstanding! My order was not correct when shipped. The representative was almost immediately responsive and eager to make things right. I would highly recommend PlantVine! The incorrect item I received was beautiful too but they quickly sent the item I ordered. So nice to deal with a company that truly appreciates customer service! Thank you!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Very big, healthy tree. Seems to be doing well.
Tara Trimarchi (verified owner) –
The Ficus Audrey is beautiful and arrived in great shape. I will certainly be ordering again in the future. Thank you!