{"product_id":"ficus-exotica-green-braided-trunk","title":"Ficus Exotica – Green, Braided Trunk","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFicus Exotica\u003c\/strong\u003e is a live indoor ficus tree with a dense crown of small, glossy green leaves and a distinctive \u003cstrong\u003ebraided trunk\u003c\/strong\u003e. Delivered at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e120 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e in a \u003cstrong\u003eØ30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e nursery pot, it gives you instant height and greenery without needing a large footprint. The braided stems add structure and a calm, architectural look that suits Scandinavian interiors and modern, pared-back spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe foliage is naturally lush and slightly drooping, creating a soft outline that works well against light walls and natural materials. As with many ficus varieties, it prefers a stable spot: once it settles in, it will keep its shape and grow steadily. 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It works particularly well in a living room corner, beside a sofa, in an open hallway, or near a dining area where you want vertical greenery without clutter. Rotate the pot a quarter turn every couple of weeks for balanced growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCare tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser about every 4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot every few years in spring, moving to a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining houseplant soil.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf drop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some leaf drop after moving is normal. 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