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  • Botanical Name: Ficus Altissima 'Yellow Gem'
  • Common Name(s): Yellow Gem, Lofty Fig, False Banyan, and Council Tree
  • Description: Ficus 'Yellow Gem' is made up of thick rubbery leaves, with a base color of bright green that features an attractive yellow-green blotchy border and yellow veins. This lemon and lime beauty will develop deeper contrast and variegation with ideal light conditions over time.

Growing Zones

10 - 11
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Low Temperature

60°F

High Temperature

85°F

Fragrant

No

Polinator Required

No

Polinator Friendly

No

Flower Color

Greenish

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil

Well-draining, rich soil

Moisture

Moderate

Sun Exposure

Bright, indirect sun

Mature Spread

3-5 ft

Mature Height

6-8 feet (indoors) or up to 20 ft (outdoors)

Bloom Period

Rarely blooms indoors

Pruning Time

As needed

Pet Safe

No

Perennial / Annual

Perennial

Evergreen / Deciduous

Evergreen

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