Ficus benjamina 'Golden King'

Ficus benjamina

'2023-11-16T12:20:59.474Z'

The Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' is a beautiful tropical houseplant with shiny, golden-yellow leaves that add a touch of luxury to any space. This plant has an elegant and airy look with its narrow, drooping branches and small leaves. The 'Golden King' thrives in a bright location, but avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burns. It's a good choice for pet owners as it is non-toxic to animals. Regular watering and occasional pruning help keep the Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' healthy and beautiful.

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  • The Ficus Benjamina 'Golden King' is generally easy to maintain. It is important to water the plant regularly and place it in a bright spot, but beware of direct sunlight. Additionally, it is handy to dust the leaves occasionally to keep the plant healthy.

    Yes, the Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' requires plenty of light to thrive. Place the plant in a location with lots of indirect sunlight for optimal growth. Avoiding direct sunlight is also important to prevent leaf burn.

    The Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' needs to be watered twice a week. Make sure the soil is always slightly moist, but not soaking wet. In the winter, the plant may need less water.

    This plant does not like direct sunlight, but thrives in bright indirect light. Too much sun can burn the leaves. It is best to place the plant in a spot with some shade.

    Yes, the Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' enjoys warmth and thrives best at constant temperatures between 18-24°C. Make sure the plant is not exposed to drafts. Place the plant in a spot with indirect sunlight for optimal growth.

    Yes, the Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' has air-purifying properties. It can filter out harmful substances in the air and provide a cleaner and healthier living environment. That's why it's a good choice as a houseplant.

  • The best time to prune a Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' is in the spring, before the growing season begins. Remove damaged or dead branches and trim any excessively long branches. Make sure the plant receives enough light after pruning to encourage new growth.

    The Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' needs regular watering, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Make sure the plant is not sitting in water to prevent root rot. During the winter period, the plant requires slightly less water than in the summer.

    The Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' thrives well in well-draining potting soil that is rich in nutrients. Make sure the potting soil remains lightly moist, but not too wet. It is advisable to renew or provide additional nutrients to the potting soil in the spring.

    Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' thrives best in a light and well-draining soil. It is important that the soil contains enough nutrients for healthy growth. A pH value between 6 and 7 is ideal for this plant.

    The Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' needs average water and should not be kept too wet. Place the plant in a bright spot, but not in direct sunlight. Regularly dusting the leaves will promote healthy growth.

    It is important to regularly remove dust from the leaves of this plant to promote photosynthesis. This can easily be done by gently wiping the leaves with a damp cloth. Avoid using leaf shine products, as they can clog the pores of the leaves.

    This plant loves lots of indirect sunlight and can also thrive in partial shade. So, place it in a spot where it receives enough light but avoid direct sunlight to prevent burns. A window facing east or west is ideal for this houseplant.

    The optimal temperature for Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' is between 18 and 24 degrees Celsius. It is important to keep the plant away from drafts and temperature fluctuations. Temperatures below 15 degrees Celsius can be harmful to the plant.

    The plant prefers a high humidity level, around 60-80%. Regularly spray the leaves with water to increase the humidity. Avoid placing the plant near a heater or direct heat source to prevent dryness.

    The soil pH for this plant should be slightly acidic to neutral, with a pH between 6 and 7. It is important to regularly test the soil pH and adjust it if necessary with appropriate fertilizers. Excessive acidic or alkaline soil can affect the growth and health of the plant.

    The Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' needs regular fertilization during the growing season to remain healthy. Use a balanced liquid fertilizer for houseplants, such as a 20-20-20 formula, once a month. Stop fertilizing in the fall and winter when the plant is in dormancy.

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    The Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' is a beautiful tropical houseplant with shiny, golden-yellow leaves that add a touch of luxury to any space. This plant has an elegant and airy look with its narrow, drooping branches and small leaves. The 'Golden King' thrives in a bright location, but avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burns. It's a good choice for pet owners as it is non-toxic to animals. Regular watering and occasional pruning help keep the Ficus benjamina 'Golden King' healthy and beautiful.

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