Ficus Brown Turkey Set Of 2 – Green
Plant description
Ficus Brown Turkey (often grown as a fig tree, Ficus carica) is a compact, leafy plant with a clear Mediterranean character. This set includes 2 young plants, each delivered in a Ø15 cm nursery pot with an approximate height of 40 cm. The variety is known for its broad, hand-shaped leaves and upright growth, making it a practical choice if you want real greenery that also has the potential to produce figs in the right conditions.
The foliage is large and slightly textured, with a deep green surface that reads calm and natural in Scandinavian interiors. As the plant matures, the branching becomes more defined and the silhouette more tree-like. While flowers are typically small and not the main feature, healthy growth is easy to recognise through fresh, firm leaves and steady new shoots during the growing season.
Plant care
- Light requirements: Bright light with a few hours of gentle sun is ideal. Indoors, place near a south or west-facing window. Outdoors, a sheltered sunny spot works well.
- Watering routine: Water thoroughly when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry. Keep evenly moist in spring and summer, then reduce watering in autumn and winter. Avoid leaving the pot standing in water.
- Humidity preferences: Normal indoor humidity is sufficient. Good air circulation helps keep the plant tidy and resilient.
- Temperature range: Best between 18–26°C. Protect from cold draughts. If placed outdoors, bring inside or protect well before temperatures drop; frost can damage young plants.
Growth and characteristics
- Plant species: Ficus carica ‘Brown Turkey’
- Approximate size at delivery: ↕40 cm, in a Ø15 cm grower pot
- Leaf type: Large, lobed fig leaves with a slightly rough, matte-to-satin texture
- Growth habit: Upright and branching; growth is most active in spring and summer
Placement in the home
For indoor growing, place your fig plant where it gets strong daylight without constant harsh midday sun on the leaves—close to a bright window is usually enough. In minimalist settings, the structured leaf shape adds volume without looking busy, and the plant sits well in a simple ceramic cover pot on a floor stand, a low bench, or a kitchen corner with good light. In warmer months, many people move it to a balcony or terrace for extra sun and stronger growth—just choose a sheltered spot and acclimatise gradually to outdoor conditions.
Care tips
Rotate the pot every week or two for even growth. If you want a denser shape, pinch back soft new tips in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix and consider feeding lightly during the growing season (about monthly) to support leaf and stem development. If leaves drop, it is usually linked to a sudden change in light, temperature, or watering—adjust gradually and the plant typically rebounds.
Shipping
This plant is shipped directly from a Netherlands grower to ensure freshness and plant health during transport.
Plant information
- Plant type: Live plant (fig / Ficus)
- Variety: Ficus ‘Brown Turkey’
- Quantity: 2 pieces
- Pot size: Ø15 cm (nursery pot included)
- Height at delivery: Approx. 40 cm