Ficus benjamina

Ficus benjamina Midnight Beauty is a striking evergreen shade tree with a tight, conical growth habit that creates a dense, bushy appearance. Its small, glossy, dark green leaves add a refined touch, making it a versatile choice for a variety of planting settings. Ideal as a feature shade tree in gardens, it also excels when planted along streets, paths, or in containers on patios and decks. Additionally, this adaptable tree can thrive indoors when potted, adding greenery to interior spaces.
 
Midnight Beauty is well-suited to a wide range of soils and conditions, preferring sunny, open positions with moist, well-drained soil. Once established, it is waterwise, needing minimal watering except during warmer weather. Mulching is recommended to help retain moisture, and occasional pruning encourages dense growth and helps maintain its shape.
 
This resilient tree is frost-hardy, resistant to leaf dropping, and thrives in various climates. If left unpruned, Midnight Beauty can reach a height of 9 meters and a width of 5 meters, but it can also be maintained at a smaller size or shaped to suit your space.

Height: 9 metres
Width: 5 metres
* Dimensions at maturity.

Best suited for:
 
Gardens as a feature shade tree
Lining streets, driveways, and paths
Patios and decks as a container plant
Indoor spaces as a potted plant
Waterwise landscapes in warm climates
Areas requiring low-maintenance, frost-hardy trees