Green Island Ficus
Ficus microcarpa 'Green Island'
Also known as: Green Island Fig · Cuban Laurel · Indian Laurel
Dense, glossy, low-maintenance hedge with a rounded natural form.
Southwest Florida
Growing Green Island Ficus in SWFL
Green Island Ficus is a compact, mounding cultivar widely used for formal hedges and low borders in SWFL. Its small, rounded leaves maintain a dense, polished appearance with minimal trimming. This cultivar stays more compact than standard Ficus microcarpa. Note: Ficus microcarpa is on the FLEPPC watch list for potential invasiveness — we recommend confirming suitability with your landscape professional if your property is adjacent to natural areas or conservation land.
Plant Specifications
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to part shade |
|---|---|
| Water Needs | Low to moderate once established |
| Salt Tolerance | Moderate |
| Cold Hardiness | Zone 10a — frost sensitive |
| Mature Height | 3–6ft maintained |
| Mature Spread | 4–6ft naturally rounded |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ficus microcarpa (Indian Laurel Fig) is on the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council (FLEPPC) watch list as a species with invasive potential. The Green Island cultivar is less vigorous than the standard species. We recommend confirming with your landscape professional whether this species is appropriate for properties adjacent to natural areas or conservation land.
Green Island Ficus naturally grows into a dense, rounded mound and requires less trimming than most hedge species. For a formal hedge shape, trim 2–3 times per year. Its naturally dense branching structure means it holds form well between trims.
Green Island Ficus is in stock.
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