Ficus hillii 'Flash'

Common Name: Ficus Flash

Description:
Ficus microcarpa 'Flash' is a fast-growing, evergreen tree or shrub known for its dense, glossy green foliage and compact growth habit. A superior selection of the traditional Ficus, 'Flash' has smaller, finer leaves and a more upright, bushy form, making it an excellent choice for hedging, screening, and topiary. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, it prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil but is highly adaptable to various conditions, including urban environments. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and responds well to regular pruning, making it ideal for shaping into formal hedges or privacy screens. This low-maintenance plant is perfect for contemporary gardens and commercial landscapes where a lush, green backdrop is desired.

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Shrub - Large

Mature Size:

• Height: 4 - 10m (depending on pruning)
• Width: 3 - 5m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Does not produce showy flowers (grown for foliage)

Flower Colour:

• N/A

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening
• Suitable for Topiary
• Drought Tolerant once established
• Low Maintenance
• Fast Growing

Toxicity:

• May cause mild irritation if ingested; sap can be irritating to skin and pets.

Companion Plants:

• Murraya paniculata (Orange Jasmine)
• Pittosporum tenuifolium (Kohuhu)
• Liriope muscari (Lilyturf)
• Gardenia augusta (Gardenia)
• Cordyline australis (Cabbage Tree)