Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig

$620.00

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Size: 100L

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Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 10m to 30m

Mature Width: 8m to 15m

Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year when young, slowing with age.

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

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Uses in my Garden

Avenue Planting
Feature Tree
Shade Tree
Council or Civic Landscapes

Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Wildlife Garden – planting to attract birds, bees, and pollinators.
Heritage / Traditional Garden – timeless, classic plantings for period homes.

Is Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig Evergreen or Deciduous?

Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 10m to 30m

Mature Width: 8m to 15m

Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year when young, slowing with age.

Growth Rate of Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig

Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year when young, slowing with age.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig

Is Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig frost tolerant?

Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.

Does Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig Flower?

Ficus obliqua does not produce visible ornamental flowers; instead, its tiny internal blooms form inside the developing figs. These hidden floral structures later mature into small yellow to orange fruit, giving the tree subtle seasonal interest through its fruiting cycle rather than a traditional floral display.

Does Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig flower?

No - Doesn't Flower

Flowering Period:

Not Applicable

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

Is Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig is Native to Native to eastern Australia, from Queensland through New South Wales to Victoria, growing in rainforests and coastal regions.

What is the Wildlife Value of Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig ?

Its abundant figs attract fruit-eating birds, flying foxes and native mammals, while the dense evergreen foliage offers excellent shelter and nesting habitat for small birds. The canopy also provides shade and cool micro-habitats that support insects and ground-dwelling wildlife, making it a highly valuable ecological species.

How much Sunlight does Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig need?

Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Ficus obliqua performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or compacted soil unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage and aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support vigorous growth, dense evergreen foliage and long-term drought resilience.

Is Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig Drought Tolerant?

Is Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Ficus obliqua develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry, coastal and urban environments and maintains its dense, rounded evergreen canopy with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year when young, slowing with age.

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape, and remove lower branches as the tree grows to develop a clean feature trunk.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional scale or caterpillar inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Ficus obliqua – Small-leaved Fig / Native Fig in Different Soil

Ficus obliqua performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.