Creeping Fig
Ficus Pumila
Overview
Creeping Fig, or Ficus pumila, is a vigorous, fast-growing vine, perfect for covering walls and fences. Its small, heart-shaped leaves mature to a lush green, adhering tightly to surfaces. This evergreen thrives in Zones 8-11, enjoys partial sun to shade, and requires minimal maintenance once established. Mature growth can reach 25-30 feet long and about 3 feet wide, making it ideal for creating a verdant, living tapestry in your landscape.
Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–11Type VineClimate Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 9–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Vine
- Family
- Moraceae
- Climate
- Subtropical
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