| Age: | Mature (4-10 years) |
|---|---|
| Feature: | Evergreen |
| Function: | Clean Air |
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Health & Environmental Benefits A key selling point for modern clients, the Ficus amstel offers significant wellness advantages:
Superior Air Purifier: It is highly effective at removing common indoor air toxins such as formaldehyde and xylene, making it a top choice for improving Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in commercial and residential buildings.
Creates Tranquil Environments: Its lush, green presence is known to reduce stress and create a calming, productive atmosphere, adding value to any space it inhabits.
Care & Maintenance Guide We provide robust, healthy specimens that are bred for low maintenance and adaptability.
Sunlight: Prefers bright, indirect light or Partial Sun. It is more tolerant of lower light conditions than other Ficus trees, making it ideal for interiors. Avoid prolonged exposure to harsh, direct afternoon sun which can scorch the leaves.
Watering: Requires consistent moisture. A Weekly watering schedule is typically sufficient, allowing the top inch (2-3 cm) of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid waterlogged soil.
Soil: Best grown in rich, well-draining potting mix or soil.
Hardiness: An exceptionally resilient plant that shows strong resistance to pests and is less prone to leaf drop than other popular Ficus varieties.
Versatile Applications in Design The true strength of the Ficus amstel is its multi-functionality:
Interiorscaping Staple: It is a designer's go-to for a durable and elegant indoor tree that is not overly demanding.
Lush Privacy Hedge: When planted in a row outdoors, its dense foliage creates a beautiful, fast-growing natural wall.
Elegant Container Plant: It performs exceptionally well in large containers, perfect for framing entrances, defining spaces on a terrace, or adding greenery to balconies.
Architectural Accent: In its standard tree form, it provides clean lines and vertical interest that complements modern and classic architecture.
Our Advantage: The "Low-Drop" Ficus A significant advantage for any buyer is that the Ficus amstel is famously less fussy than its cousin, the Ficus benjamina. It is far less likely to drop its leaves when moved or when conditions change slightly. This reliability reduces maintenance, minimizes mess, and ensures the plant maintains its beautiful appearance from our nursery to its final destination.
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