Ficus 'Velvet'

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The Ficus 'Velvet' is a beautiful indoor plant with velvety leaves that have a deep green color and a soft texture. This plant has a compact growth habit and is ideal for home or office. The Ficus 'Velvet' requires little care and thrives in a bright location without direct sunlight. Regular watering and occasionally wiping the leaves are enough to keep this plant healthy. With its unique appearance, the Ficus 'Velvet' is a real eye-catcher in any interior.

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  • Yes, the plant is generally easy to maintain and requires little water. It is important to place the plant in a bright spot, but avoid direct sunlight. Repot the plant if necessary and give it some plant food occasionally.

    The Ficus 'Velvet' needs a lot of light to grow well and stay healthy. Therefore, it is best to place the plant in a bright spot with indirect sunlight. Remember that too much direct sunlight can lead to burning of the leaves.

    The Ficus 'Velvet' needs regular but modest watering. Generally, watering once a week is sufficient, but this may vary depending on the amount of light and room temperature. It is important to keep the soil lightly moist between watering sessions.

    The Ficus 'Velvet' does not like direct sunlight, but thrives in bright indirect light. Too much sun can lead to leaf burning. Place the plant in a spot with filtered sunlight or near a window facing east or west.

    Yes, the Ficus 'Velvet' loves warmth and thrives best at room temperature. A constant temperature between 18-25 degrees Celsius is ideal for this indoor plant. They do not tolerate cold drafts or temperature fluctuations well.

    Yes, the Ficus 'Velvet' is air-purifying. This plant filters harmful substances from the air and helps create a healthier indoor atmosphere. It is a good choice for in the home or office.

  • To keep the plant healthy, it is advisable to regularly prune dead, damaged, or protruding branches. Prune in the spring or summer to stimulate new growth. Use sharp and clean pruning shears to prevent infections.

    The Ficus 'Velvet' needs regular watering, but make sure to check if the soil feels dry before watering again. It is better to underwater the plant than to overwater it to prevent root rot. Regularly mist the leaves with water to increase humidity levels.

    The ideal potting soil for this plant is a mixture of indoor plant potting soil and some coarse sand for good drainage. Make sure the potting soil remains lightly moist, but not too wet. Replace the potting soil every few years for optimal plant growth.

    The Ficus 'Velvet' thrives best in well-draining, nutrient-rich potting soil. Make sure the soil is lightly moist, but not overly wet. Use a pot with drainage holes to prevent root rot.

    The plant needs a bright location, avoid direct sunlight. Keep the soil lightly moist, but don't let the roots sit in water. Fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season.

    You can occasionally dust off the leaves of this plant with a damp cloth. Avoid direct sunlight while cleaning to prevent leaf burning. If necessary, you can also gently rinse the leaves under lukewarm water.

    The Ficus 'Velvet' needs bright indirect light. Do not place the plant in direct sunlight as it can cause leaf burning. Ensure a light location, for example in front of a window facing east or west.

    The optimal temperature for the Ficus 'Velvet' is between 18 and 24 degrees Celsius. Make sure the plant is not exposed to strong temperature fluctuations. Place the plant in a location where it is not too cold or too hot.

    A good humidity level for indoor plants such as the Ficus 'Velvet' ideally lies between 50% and 60%. To increase humidity, regular misting or using a humidifier can help. Too dry air can lead to brown leaf edges and leaf drop.

    The acidity of the soil where houseplants grow is generally slightly acidic to neutral. It is important to regularly check the pH level of the soil and adjust it if necessary. A pH level between 6 and 7 is generally considered ideal for healthy growth of houseplants.

    Houseplants need regular fertilization to stay healthy. Use a special houseplant fertilizer and follow the instructions on the packaging. Only fertilize during the growing season, usually in the spring and summer.

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    The Ficus 'Velvet' is a beautiful indoor plant with velvety leaves that have a deep green color and a soft texture. This plant has a compact growth habit and is ideal for home or office. The Ficus 'Velvet' requires little care and thrives in a bright location without direct sunlight. Regular watering and occasionally wiping the leaves are enough to keep this plant healthy. With its unique appearance, the Ficus 'Velvet' is a real eye-catcher in any interior.

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