CATEGORY – Topiary

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 6 to 10 inches
3.Watering – Keep soil moist but not waterlogged
4.Sunlight – Bright, indirect sunlight or partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 10 to 30 feet (can be pruned to maintain desired size for topiary)
3.Leaves Color – Dark green, glossy, oval-shaped leaves
4.Flowers – Small and inconspicuous, typically not noticeable
5.Type – Ornamental shrub or small tree; ideal for topiary and bonsai
6.Feed – Balanced fertilizer every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season
7.Watering – Moderate; water thoroughly when the top inch of soil dries out
8.Soil – Well-draining, fertile loam
9.Sunlight – Bright, indirect sunlight or partial shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 60°F–85°F (16°C–29°C); avoids frost and prefers warm climates

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose a location with indirect sunlight or partial shade.
2.Dig a hole that’s twice the width of the net pot and the same depth.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) into the hole.
4.Fill in the soil around the base, gently pressing it down.
5.Water thoroughly, ensuring good drainage, and apply mulch to retain moisture.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Ficus microcarpa
2.Common names: Ficus Black, Indian Laurel Fig, Chinese Banyan
3.Hindi: फिकस ब्लैक (Ficus Black)
4.Tamil: பைகஸ் பிளாக் (Paikas Black)
5.Telugu: ఫికస్ బ్లాక్ (Fikus Black)
6.Kannada: ಫಿಕಸ್ ಬ್ಲಾಕ್ (Ficus Black)
7.Marathi: फिकस ब्लॅक (Ficus Black)
8.Malayalam: ഫൈക്കസ് ബ്ലാക്ക് (Ficus Black)