Description

Ficus- Braided Topiary Green Lady is a refined topiary form celebrated for its glossy, rich-green leaves and elegant, weeping canopy trained atop a hand-braided trunk. This living sculpture offers strong architectural presence in homes, offices, lobbies, and covered patios. In bright, indirect light it maintains dense foliage and a tidy silhouette; occasional selective pruning preserves its rounded topiary form. Like most Ficus, it appreciates steady conditions—consistent light, temperature, and watering—rewarding you with year-round evergreen beauty.

If you’ve admired the classic indoor “weeping fig” look but prefer a cleaner, designer-forward shape, this braided topiary brings the same lush texture with a polished, contemporary profile.

Suggested Uses

Versatile in interiorscapes and warm-climate patios.

Plant Details

Botanical Name Ficus- Braided Topiary Green Lady

Common Name Ficus- Braided Topiary

Size & Growth Typically 4–6 ft indoors (can reach 7 ft with time); canopy 18–30 in wide; maintain size with light pruning.

Hardiness Zones USDA 10–12 outdoors (frost-free). Grow as a houseplant in cooler zones.

Foliage Type Evergreen; glossy, narrowly ovate leaves creating a dense, finely textured canopy.

Bloom Time Not grown for flowers; rarely blooms indoors and any flowers/figs are insignificant.

Growth Rate Moderate to fast in warm, bright conditions; slows in low light or winter.

Light Requirements Bright, indirect light; 2–4 hours of gentle morning sun tolerated. Avoid harsh afternoon sun and very low light.

Attracts Pollinators No — primarily a foliage plant; not a pollinator crop indoors.

Indoor Friendly Yes — excellent for bright interiors with stable conditions.

Container Friendly Yes — thrives in containers; choose a pot with drainage and size up gradually.

Deer Resistant Generally unpalatable to deer due to latex sap, though protection is advised where browsing pressure is high.

Pet Warning Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested; milky sap may irritate skin. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

Fragrant No — foliage is not fragrant and flowers are uncommon indoors.

Cut Flower Not used as a cut flower; best appreciated as a live topiary specimen.

Grows Well With Monstera deliciosa, Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica), Dracaena, Schefflera, and trailing Pothos in similar light.

Care Tips

Planting Instructions Use a pot with a drainage hole. Position the root ball so the original soil line is level with the new mix; keep the braided trunk above the soil. Backfill with airy mix, firm lightly, and water thoroughly. Place in bright, indirect light and rotate the pot weekly for even growth.

Soil Moisture Allow the top 1–2 inches of mix to dry before watering. Water less in winter; never let the plant sit in standing water. Consistency prevents leaf drop.

Soil Type Well-draining, airy potting mix: 2 parts quality indoor potting soil, 1 part perlite or pumice, 1 part fine orchid bark or coco chips. pH slightly acidic to neutral (≈6.0–7.0).

Humidity Prefers 40–60%+ relative humidity. Improve with a room humidifier, pebble tray, or grouping plants; avoid cold or hot drafts.

Pruning Instructions Shape in late spring to summer. Pinch soft tips to keep the canopy dense and round. Remove crossing or inward shoots. Use clean, sharp tools and protect surfaces from latex sap; avoid removing more than 20–25% of foliage at once.

Winter Care Maintain 60–75°F (16–24°C), never below 55°F (13°C). Provide the brightest possible light, reduce watering frequency, and avoid moving the plant frequently to limit leaf drop.

Planting Depth Repot at the same depth as the nursery pot; keep the root flare at the surface and do not mound soil over the braided trunk. Up-pot only 1–2 inches wider when root-bound.

Fertilization Feed during spring–summer with a balanced, dilute liquid fertilizer (e.g., 3-1-2 or 10-10-10) every 4–6 weeks, or apply a slow-release granule in spring. Hold fertilizer in winter.

Special Care Sensitive to sudden changes—expect temporary leaf drop after relocations. Rotate weekly, dust leaves to boost light capture, and monitor for scale, spider mites, and mealybugs. Flush the soil every few months to remove salts; stake the braid if needed to keep trunks aligned.