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Ficus Starlight (Variegated Weeping Fig)
A variegated weeping fig with small green leaves edged in creamy white – it brightens the garden and is easy to shape.
- Light: Morning sun, light shade
- Water: Regular water
- Temperature: Likes warmth
Description
Ficus Starlight is a variegated form of the weeping fig. Its small, glossy leaves are green with clear creamy-white edges, adding a light, bright touch among darker greens.
Why Ficus Starlight?
- White-variegated leaves that brighten corners.
- Takes clipping into balls or low hedges.
- Evergreen all year.
Where to plant it
Entrance planters, low hedges, path edges and as a pop of light colour among green plants. A spot with morning sun and light afternoon shade in summer is best. If planted in the ground, keep it away from buildings and pipes.
Care in the Saudi climate
- Light: morning sun with light afternoon shade in summer keeps the leaf colour clean.
- Water: regular – don't let it dry out completely or sit waterlogged.
- Pruning: trim lightly to keep the shape, and remove shoots that revert to plain green.
- Feeding: organic fertilizer in spring and summer.
- Pets: toxic to cats and dogs according to the ASPCA.
Sizes
- 0.5–1.0 m: Medium plant.
Three things to get right.
Lighting
Morning sun with light afternoon shade keeps the leaves bright.
Watering
Water regularly, more in summer, with good drainage.
Temperature & humidity
Likes warmth but needs shelter from peak-summer midday sun.
More trees.Pairs well with
It handles sun, but variegated leaves can scorch in harsh midday sun; morning sun with light afternoon shade is best.
Some shoots can revert to the plain green form; cut them out to keep the variegation.
No. The ASPCA lists the weeping fig as toxic to dogs, cats and horses.
Yes – the 0.5–1.0 m size suits large entrance planters with good drainage.
There is no planting option on this product right now; contact us if you need planting.