Ficus Benjamina Golden King – Green

Plant description

Ficus benjamina ‘Golden King’ is a live indoor weeping fig with slender, arching branches and many small, pointed leaves edged with a soft golden variegation. Delivered at an approximate height of 95 cm in a Ø21 cm pot, it has a light, vertical silhouette that brings greenery to the room without taking up much floor space. The plant is supported by a discreet stake to encourage upright growth and stability.

The fine foliage gives this ficus a calm, detailed look—more airy than many broad-leaf houseplants—making it a natural choice for Scandinavian interiors where texture matters, but visual noise does not. ‘Golden King’ keeps its colour best in bright, indirect light, where the pale edges stay clear and fresh.

This set includes the Mayk pot in Lead, a clean, cylindrical planter in a deep grey tone. The combination is practical and cohesive: a tall green plant with a compact footprint, placed in a neutral pot that works with wood, stone, linen and muted wall colours.

Plant care

• Light requirements: Bright, indirect light is ideal. Tolerates medium light, but growth slows and variegation may soften. Avoid strong midday sun on the leaves.
• Watering routine: Water when the top 3–5 cm of soil feels dry. In most homes this is about once a week in the growing season, less in winter. Never leave the root ball sitting in water.
• Humidity preferences: Prefers moderate humidity. In dry indoor air, occasional misting or placing the pot near other plants helps reduce leaf drop.
• Temperature range: Best at 18–26°C. Keep away from cold drafts and heat sources; stable conditions are key for ficus.

Growth and characteristics

• Plant species: Ficus benjamina ‘Golden King’
• Approx. size at delivery: ↨95 cm, pot size Ø21 cm
• Leaf type: Small, glossy green leaves with golden-cream margins
• Growth habit: Upright and lightly branching; can be shaped over time with careful pruning

Placement in the home

Place your Ficus benjamina ‘Golden King’ where it receives steady daylight: near an east- or west-facing window, or a little back from a bright south-facing window with sheer filtering. Its narrow form suits a living room corner, beside a sideboard, or as a soft screen in a hallway or home office. Avoid placing it in a drafty entrance or directly next to a radiator—ficus often responds to sudden changes by dropping a few leaves.

Care tips

Turn the plant slightly every one to two weeks to keep growth even. Feed with a balanced houseplant fertiliser monthly from spring to early autumn; reduce to every two months in winter. Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and help the plant photosynthesise efficiently. If a few leaves drop after moving, give it time—once settled in a stable spot, it typically recovers with new growth.

Shipping

This plant is shipped directly from a Netherlands grower to ensure freshness and plant health during transport.

Plant information

• Plant type: Live indoor plant (houseplant)
• Variety: Ficus benjamina ‘Golden King’
• Pot included: Yes, Pot Mayk (Lead)
• Support: Delivered with a support stake for upright growth