When repotting, understand that while the creeping fig prefers to be somewhat pot bound, it also enjoys spreading its roots as it would outside. The creeping fig is an easy plant to propagate by repotting the stem cuttings. The creeping fig most indoor gardeners are used to, with tiny leaves and thin stems that cling to various surfaces, is the juvenile form of the plant. Creeping Fig can be useful in the landscape in containers or planters, as a border or edger, under a shade tree, as a groundcover, for topiary, grown flat against a wall, to accentuate entryways, in small groupings or as a climber and also in theme gardens or cottage gardens. Creeping fig (ficus pumila) or climbing fig is an easy plant to propagate. Place the pot in a bag and close the bag around the cutting. Make a one-cm cut into the bag to allow slight air … Potted creeping figs provide an opportunity to hone some sculpting skills. Although creeping fig will tolerate almost any sun exposure or soil type, it may yellow on hot south or west-facing walls and performs best in partial shade. Add to Cart Hi, I'm Creeping Fig but I also go by Climbing Fig. The creeping fig is a true terrarium staple thanks to it’s miniature size, easy care and prolific growth habits. Creeping Fig - Ficus Pumila - 10 Count Flat of Quart Pots; Creeping fig can be used as a groundcover, but is most often used as an enthusiastic climber able to scramble up brick, stone or stucco walls up to 3 to 4 stories tall. The , stems will soon grow and hang down over the sides of the pot. Repotting should occur every two years. At maturity, it completely changes its appearance, producing thicker, shrubbier branches that arch out from the wall and much larger and thicker leaves. Creeping Fig in a hanging basket. No worries though, place me in a hanging planter in your home and I'll droop my enchanting evergreen leaves down to the floor and leave you with a beautiful site to behold. Best known for its low to average maintenance and fast growth, this climber will likely liven up your house (or garden) with its green-colored leaves. You could also use it as ground cover; letting it spread across the surface of a pot that holds another, larger plant. Native to China and Japan, Ficus pumila is a versatile species that’s capable of climbing just about any surface it can find. The Creeping Fig, otherwise known as the Ficus Pumila or Climbing Fig, Creeping Rubber Plant, Ok-Gue, Ficus repens, is a well-known climber plant by gardening enthusiasts around the world. Since the creeping fig loves humidity, you will need to create a humidity chamber with the help of a plastic bag. I get my name because if I see a wall, I'm climbing it. Creeping figs can be grown in full sun but they don’t need it. 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