Ficus 'Audrey'

The Ficus 'Audrey' (Ficus benghalensis) is the striking, low-maintenance statement tree your living room has been waiting for. You will want to bring this beauty home because its velvety, emerald-green leaves and distinctive pale trunk offer the architectural drama of a Fiddle Leaf Fig, but with a much more forgiving, resilient nature. Indoors, this impressive grower can reach a stately five to ten feet tall and three to four feet wide, making it perfect for filling an empty corner with vibrant life. Keep in mind, however, that the sap of the Ficus 'Audrey' is mildly toxic to cats and dogs, so you must carefully position it in a space where curious pets cannot reach its lower foliage.

To watch your new indoor tree truly flourish, place it in a room that receives abundant, bright, indirect sunlight. Harsh, direct afternoon sun will scorch those beautiful leaves, while too much shade causes the branches to stretch and weaken. When it comes to watering, patience is your best tool; allow the top two to three inches of the potting soil to dry out completely before giving the plant a thorough soak. Ensuring the container drains completely prevents root rot and beautifully mimics the natural dry-then-drench cycles this plant loves, keeping your Ficus robust and heavily branched all year long.

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