{"title":"Mathoura Hedging Trees","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"ficus-hillii-weeping-fig","title":"Ficus Hillii","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFicus microcarpa var. hillii\u003c\/strong\u003e (Hill's Weeping Fig) is a fast-growing, low-maintenance evergreen tree ideal for hedging, screening, pleaching, or feature planting. It has a denser, more pendulous form than \u003cem\u003eFicus hillii 'Flash'\u003c\/em\u003e, giving it a softer, more cascading appearance. The foliage is lime-green, glossy, and tightly packed, making it highly effective for privacy and noise reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell-suited to formal gardens and modern landscapes, it can be clipped to a clean, uniform height or left unpruned for a natural, flowing canopy. Commonly used for tall hedges, topiary standards, and pleached rows. It responds well to pruning and shaping, allowing precise control over size and form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrives in full sun to part shade and adapts to most well-drained soils. Performs reliably in a wide range of Australian climates, from coastal to inland zones. Resistant to most pests and diseases once established. A+ grade quality stock, grown to Australian Tree Standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0efed;padding:26px 28px;margin:32px 0;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.7;color:#2a2a2a;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHillii or Flash?\u003c\/strong\u003e The original Ficus Hillii has a denser, more pendulous habit with a softer cascading canopy, ideal for natural, flowing screens and larger boundaries. Its sister cultivar, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ficus-flash\" style=\"color:#2a2a2a;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eFicus Hillii 'Flash'\u003c\/a\u003e, grows more upright and compact with lime-green new growth, making it the better pick for tight formal hedges and clean architectural lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:44px 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:1.5px;margin:0 0 8px;padding-top:32px;border-top:1px solid #e0dfdc;text-transform:uppercase;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px;color:#7a7a7a;font-size:14px;font-style:italic;\"\u003eAbout Ficus Hillii (Hill's Weeping Fig)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow tall does Ficus Hillii grow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eFicus Hillii grows to 8-15 metres in landscape settings but is most commonly kept clipped between 2 and 6 metres as a tall hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow fast does Ficus Hillii grow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eFicus Hillii is fast-growing, adding 60cm-1 metre per year once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eAre Ficus Hillii roots invasive?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eFicus Hillii has vigorous roots and should be planted at least 4-5 metres from buildings, paving, pipes, and pools. For tighter spaces, use large above-ground planters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow far apart should I plant Ficus Hillii for a hedge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003ePlant 80cm-1 metre apart for a dense, fast-establishing screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between Ficus Hillii and Hillii 'Flash'?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eFicus Hillii has a softer, more pendulous weeping habit, while 'Flash' is more upright, compact, and faster establishing. Choose Hillii for cascading hedges and Flash for tight formal hedges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eCan Ficus Hillii grow in pots?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eYes. In large containers (100L+) Hillii can be maintained as a potted feature, but it needs regular feeding, watering, and root pruning every 2-3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Evergreen Trees Direct","offers":[{"title":"40cm\/45L - Batch B (VIC)","offer_id":44248014848199,"sku":"FICHIL40cm\/45L","price":220.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40cm\/45L - Batch A (QLD)","offer_id":46458725236935,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44248014815431,"sku":"FICHIL100L","price":590.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":44248014717127,"sku":"FICHIL200L","price":1100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500L","offer_id":46253400096967,"sku":"FICHIL500L","price":3800.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000L - A","offer_id":43421047914695,"sku":"FICHIL1000L-A","price":7000.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000L - B (pleached)","offer_id":45610579296455,"sku":"FICHIL1000L-B-PLEACHED","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4945\/4279\/files\/FICUSHILLII.png?v=1764206942"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4945\/4279\/collections\/MATHOURA_-_ERIK_HOLT_-_MARTY_FOX_3.png?v=1770093951","url":"https:\/\/www.evergreentrees.com.au\/collections\/mathoura-road-collection.oembed","provider":"Evergreen Trees Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}