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ornamentalFamily: MoraceaeGenus: Ficus
Cultivar
Yellow Gem Ficus
Ficus 'Yellow Gem'
Cultivar: Yellow Gem
Ficus 'Yellow Gem' is prized for its luminous, multi-toned foliage that brings a vibrant touch to any interior environment. Its upright growth habit makes it a perfect choice for adding height and architectural interest to containers. With moderate care and bright, indirect light, it develops into a lush, eye-catching specimen that thrives in well-draining soil.
Ficus 'Yellow Gem' is a stunning tropical foliage plant featuring bright, lime-green leaves with vivid, variegated margins. It serves as an excellent upright accent for indoor spaces or warm-climate patio displays.
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Plant Detail
A closer look at the fruit, flower, foliage, or mature defining characteristics of this cultivar.
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Repotting / Start Growing
Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light is essential to maintain the intensity of the leaf variegation.
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Water
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings; avoid waterlogging the roots.
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Mature size
6-10 feet tall in containers, larger in tropical landscapes.
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Hardiness
10-12 (typically grown as a houseplant in cooler regions)
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Growth habit
Upright, branching shrub or small tree.
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Plant type
Tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Maintain consistent temperatures and avoid cold drafts, which can lead to leaf drop in this tropical variety.
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Climate note
Sensitive to frost and cold; keep above 60 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal health.
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Flower / fruit
Grown primarily for its foliage; flowers and fruit are rarely produced in indoor environments.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light is essential to maintain the intensity of the leaf variegation.
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Growth rate
Moderate
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Prune lightly in spring to maintain desired shape and encourage bushier growth.
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Care notes
Maintain consistent temperatures and avoid cold drafts, which can lead to leaf drop in this tropical variety.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
6-10 feet tall in containers, larger in tropical landscapes.
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Growth habit
Upright, branching shrub or small tree.
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Spacing
3-5 feet apart in garden settings.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Grown primarily for its foliage; flowers and fruit are rarely produced in indoor environments.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
10-12 (typically grown as a houseplant in cooler regions)
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Temperature
Sensitive to frost and cold; keep above 60 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal health.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings; avoid waterlogging the roots.
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Soil
Use a well-draining, peat-based or high-quality potting mix.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.0
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Ideal for container gardening; ensures mobility and allows for better climate control in non-tropical zones.
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Family
Moraceae
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Foliage Look
Glossy, ovate, variegated lime-green leaves with yellow centers.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are broad and ovate, characterized by bright yellow-green centers and distinct lime-green edges; maintain uniform variegation.
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Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable for this ornamental foliage variety.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Fruiting and flowering are not expected on starter or indoor container-grown plants.
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Growth Habit Rules
Should maintain an upright, branching form; do not depict as a trailing plant.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, upright tree with dense, variegated foliage creating a bright, glowing effect.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Woody, upright branches with alternating, glossy, variegated leaves; exhibits a balanced, tree-like structure.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure realistic branching patterns consistent with Ficus species; avoid overly symmetrical or artificial-looking structures.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Yellow Gem Ficus need? It requires bright, indirect light to keep its variegation bright. Is this plant safe for pets? Like most Ficus, it can be toxic if ingested by pets. How often should I repot my Ficus? Repot every 1-2 years as it outgrows its container, using a slightly larger pot.
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Root Look
Healthy, white fibrous roots filling the starter plug tray cell.
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Soil Look
Dark, rich, well-draining potting medium with fine perlite particles.
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Starter Stage
Small, rooted plug typically featuring 2 to 4 leaves with visible variegation.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young stems are thin and flexible, foliage is smaller than mature specimens, root system should be firm and white.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Yellow Gem Ficus. This is Yellow Gem Ficus, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant foliage become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the bright indoor tropical space you want to create. The defining beauty of this plant is its luminous, lime-green and yellow variegated foliage that brings a warm, glowing quality to any room. Establish your starter plug in a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining soil, and move it to a larger container later as it grows. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Ficus Yellow Gem Tropical Plants Indoor Foliage Variegated Plants Agardeni Plant Care Home Decor Ficus altissima Tropical Garden
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the beauty of Ficus 'Yellow Gem', a striking tropical foliage plant with luminous variegation. Learn how to establish this beautiful, upright accent plant in your home or garden.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Ficus Yellow Gem: Vibrant Variegated Tropical Foliage
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