Ficus Benjamina Golden King – Green

Plant description

Ficus benjamina ‘Golden King’ is a variegated weeping fig with small, pointed leaves in fresh green edged with creamy yellow. Delivered at an approximate height of 95 cm in a Ø21 cm grow pot, it comes styled with the Selin woven basket for a clean, natural finish. The plant is trained on a support stake to keep the crown upright and balanced as it grows.

This ficus is a reliable choice if you want a slender indoor tree that reads light and calm in Scandinavian interiors. The fine foliage gives a soft, airy silhouette, while the variegation brightens shelves and corners without feeling heavy. Like most ficus, it prefers a stable spot and rewards consistent care with steady growth and dense leaf cover.

Plant care

• Light requirements: Bright, indirect light. Tolerates medium light, but variegation and growth are best near a window with filtered sun. Avoid strong midday direct sun.
• Watering routine: Water when the top 2–4 cm of soil feels dry. Keep the root ball lightly moist, never waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter.
• Humidity preferences: Moderate humidity. Appreciates occasional misting or a humidifier in dry homes, especially during heating season.
• Temperature range: 18–26°C is ideal. Keep away from cold drafts and sudden temperature drops.

Growth and characteristics

• Plant species: Ficus benjamina ‘Golden King’ (weeping fig)
• Approx. size at delivery: ↕95 cm, pot size Ø21 cm
• Leaf type: Small, glossy leaves with cream-yellow margins; naturally dense, fine-textured canopy
• Growth habit: Upright, tree-like form; supported with a stake for stability

Placement in the home

Place your Ficus benjamina ‘Golden King’ in a bright living room corner, beside a sofa, or near a dining area where it receives daylight without harsh sun. It also suits a calm home office, where the compact leaves give greenery without taking visual space. Choose a position away from exterior doors, radiators, and drafty windows—ficus plants respond best to consistent conditions and do not like being moved frequently.

Care tips

Let excess water drain fully after watering; standing water can lead to root issues. Rotate the plant slightly every few weeks to keep growth even and prevent leaning toward the light. Wipe the leaves with a soft, damp cloth to remove dust and support photosynthesis. Feed with a balanced houseplant fertiliser about once a month in spring and summer; reduce to every 6–8 weeks in winter. If a few leaves drop after delivery or a move, this is a common ficus response—keep care steady and new growth will follow.

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 size: Ø21 cm (grow pot)
• Approx. height: ↕95 cm (including pot)
• Included: Selin woven basket (decorative cover)