{"product_id":"benjamin-ficus-tree-6","title":"Benjamin Ficus Tree 6”","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"658\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"17\"\u003eFicus benjamina\u003c\/em\u003e (Weeping Fig, Benjamin Ficus)\u003cbr data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"50\"\u003eNative to Southeast Asia and parts of Australia, where it grows as a large tropical tree in bright, warm environments with consistent airflow\u003cbr data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eValued for its elegant, tree-like structure and dense canopy, this plant is known for its fine branching and graceful, arching growth habit. It’s a staple indoor tree but sensitive to environmental change, making it a more advanced care plant\u003cbr data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"439\"\u003eLeaves are small, oval, and slightly pointed with a smooth, glossy surface. Color ranges from deep green to variegated forms with cream or light green. Branches are thin and flexible, creating a soft, cascading canopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eLight requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"685\"\u003ePrefers east and south windows\u003cbr data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"718\"\u003ePlace directly at the window or within 1–2 ft. Can sit 3–5 ft back only in very bright, unobstructed light\u003cbr data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eUnder grow lights use 5000K–6500K\u003cbr data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eDistance from canopy:\u003cbr data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"887\"\u003e10–14 inches for steady growth\u003cbr data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"920\"\u003e8–12 inches if pushing denser growth\u003cbr data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eFoot-candles: 800–2,500 for stable growth. Below 600 fc leads to leaf drop and thinning canopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eAllow soil to dry about halfway down before watering\u003cbr data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eAlways check the root zone, not the surface. The center of the root ball should be approaching dry before rehydrating\u003cbr data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003ePrefers moderate humidity (40–60%), strong airflow, and stable temperatures above 65°F. Sensitive to drafts, temperature swings, and being moved frequently\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1869\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eWhat your plant is telling you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eNeeds water: leaves become slightly dull, softer, and may begin dropping gradually, especially older interior leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eToo wet: rapid yellowing and drop of multiple leaves, especially lower ones, with consistently wet soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eLight issues: heavy leaf drop, thinning canopy, and elongated spacing between leaves indicate not enough light. Sudden leaf drop after moving is environmental shock, not just light change\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rooted Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42767685681250,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/1269\/8722\/files\/253DB1F9-F622-4892-B8D8-0BADF1903383.jpg?v=1776528977","url":"https:\/\/therootedplantshop.com\/products\/benjamin-ficus-tree-6","provider":"The Rooted Plant Shop ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}