The National Garden Bureau designated 2026 as the “Year of the Ficus.” Your first thought might be the weeping fig (Ficus benjamina), the most commonly grown indoor ficus tree. Truth be told, the ...

There’s no denying Ficus is having a moment. Home gardeners, designers, and growers alike have all found the Ficus to be worthy of a crowning moment in 2026.

Key Points Overwatering is the most common cause of yellow ficus leaves, as soggy soil suffocates roots.Finicky ficus are also sensitive to stress from poor light, temperature swings, and pests.Yellow ...

Ficus plants, known for their lush foliage and elegant appearance, are popular choices for both indoor and outdoor gardening.

Every year the National Garden Bureau selects one perennial, one annual, one bulb, one houseplant, one shrub, and one edible, ...

Many houseplants show changes during the winter months, and the ficus is no exception. Increased leaf loss is often noticed ...

Golden Gem ficus (Ficus altissima "Golden Gem") is a beautiful hybrid. In warm tropical weather of its native habitat, it can grow to a very sizeable tree — up to 100 feet. In central Ohio, Golden Gem ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at dgill@agcenter.lsu.edu. Can you tell me what is wrong with my hibiscus and what I should do? I noticed ...