Peepful Fig Seeds

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D4513 Peepful Fig ( Ficus religiosa )

Although it reaches great size outside in warm climates, this makes a wonderful houseplant for many years when grown from seed. The famous Bodhi tree under which Buddha achieved enlightenment was a Ficus religiosa. In their native habitats, ficus is often seen as a landscape tree with hanging and buttressed roots and a magnificent crown. In the home, ficus is a beautiful specimen plant that can provide many years of lush foliage.
Ficus religiosa, commonly called bo tree, Bodhi tree, peepul and sacred fig, is native to Southeast Asia, southwest China, India and the Himalayan foothills. It is a large broadleaf evergreen tree with wide-spreading branching that grows to 60-100’ tall.
Winter hardy to USDA Zones 10-12 where it grows well in average, moist, well-drained soils in full sun. As a container plant, it is best grown in a soil-based potting mix. Site indoors in bright indirect light or in part shade with protection from afternoon sun. Water regularly during the growing season. Avoid overwatering. Reduce watering from fall to late winter.

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