Ficus Benjamina Neon

Name: Ficus Benjamina Neon
Brand: MyGreenScape
SKU: PF0835S
Price: 12.0 CAD
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Ficus Benjamina Neon

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About This Plant

Ficus Benjamina Neon is a cultivar of the classic Weeping Fig, native to South and Southeast Asia and northern Australia. The overall effect is a weeping indoor tree that looks lighter and more energetic than the darker-leaved standard variety.

The lime-green canopy is brighter than a standard Benjamina. The standard Ficus benjamina has a dark, cool-green canopy. The Neon version replaces that with lime-green leaves that reflect more light and give the plant a warm, almost glowing quality in bright indirect light.

Keep it away from pets and children. The ASPCA confirms Ficus spp. is toxic to cats and dogs. The milky latex sap contains ficin and psoralens that cause oral irritation, drooling, and vomiting if ingested. Skin contact can cause dermatitis. Wear gloves when pruning. Keep out of reach of pets and small children.

Choose its permanent spot before it arrives and do not move it. Like all Benjamina varieties, the Neon drops leaves every time it is moved or experiences a cold draft. Find the brightest east-facing spot in your home, place it there permanently, and do not reposition it.

Winter Slowdown

Growth slows from November onward and the lime-green colour may become slightly less vivid as Canadian light levels drop. Keep it in your brightest east-facing window, above 18 degrees C, away from cold glass and heating vents. Do not move it. The risk of leaf drop is highest during the autumn transition.

Toxicity

Toxic to cats and dogs, confirmed by the ASPCA (Ficus spp.). The milky latex sap contains ficin and psoralens. Ingestion causes oral irritation, drooling, and vomiting. Skin contact can cause dermatitis. Keep out of reach of pets and small children. Wear gloves when pruning.

Pests

Scale insects are the most common pest on Ficus Benjamina, appearing as small brown bumps on the slender branches and leaf undersides. The lime-green leaves make scale damage and pale mite stippling slightly more visible than on dark-leaved Ficus.

Other Plants You Might Like

Not sure this is the right fit? Here are three other plants our Canadian customers love. All ship across Canada and thrive in Canadian homes.

Ficus Benjamina. Classic dark-green weeping.

For the standard dark green version with the same weeping canopy form and elegant small-leaf character, the Ficus Benjamina suits more classical and formal interior styles where the Neon can feel too bright.

Ficus Altissima Yellow Gem. Bold variegated and larger-leaved.

For a Ficus with vivid yellow-green and dark green variegation on larger leaves and more tolerance for being moved, the Ficus Altissima Yellow Gem has a different bold character and grows faster.

Ficus Audrey. Most forgiving Ficus.

For the most forgiving and beginner-friendly Ficus with large velvety leaves and significantly better tolerance for being moved, the Ficus Audrey suits Canadian homes where relocation is occasionally unavoidable.

Common Questions

How often should I water the Ficus Benjamina Neon?

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, every seven to ten days in spring and summer and every ten to fourteen days in a Canadian winter. Water evenly around the root ball. Inconsistent watering triggers leaf drop. Our indoor plant watering guide shows how to check correctly.

Why is it dropping all its leaves?

Leaf drop is the Neon Benjamina responding to being moved, a cold draft, a temperature drop below 18 degrees C, or inconsistent watering. The most important rule is do not move it again in response. Leave it in its permanent bright spot and keep watering consistently. New leaves will grow back within a few weeks.

Is the Ficus Benjamina Neon toxic to cats and dogs?

Yes. The ASPCA confirms Ficus spp. is toxic to cats and dogs. The latex sap causes oral irritation, drooling, and vomiting. Skin contact can cause dermatitis. Keep out of reach of pets and small children. Wear gloves when pruning.

How is it different from the regular Ficus Benjamina?

The Neon has vivid lime-green to chartreuse leaves that are significantly brighter and warmer than the standard Benjamina. Both have the same weeping canopy form and the same leaf-drop sensitivity. The Neon suits bright rooms where a lighter, more luminous canopy is preferred. The care is identical.

Will it survive a Canadian winter indoors?

Yes, if kept stable. Keep above 18 degrees C, in your brightest window, and do not move it. The lime-green colour may be slightly less vivid through the darkest months but the plant stays healthy. Read our tips on keeping plants alive in winter for more.

How to take care of Ficus Benjamina Neon

Good to Know

Sun: Indirect

Bright indirect light is essential to keep the lime-green colour vivid. An east-facing window giving several hours of bright indirect light is ideal in a Canadian home. In lower light the lime-green fades toward plain green and leaf drop risk increases.

Light: Bright indirect

A spot near an east-facing window works best year-round. From October to February in Canada, keep it in the brightest available spot without moving it from its permanent position. The lime-green colour intensity is a good indicator of adequate light.

Water: When top inch is dry

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Every seven to ten days in spring and summer, every ten to fourteen days in Canadian winter. Water evenly around the root ball. Inconsistent watering triggers leaf drop.

Humidity: Moderate to high

Prefers moderate to high humidity. The dry forced-air heating in Ontario and Quebec homes from November onward can cause leaf browning and contribute to leaf drop. A pebble tray or humidifier nearby helps.

Pet Friendly: No

Toxic to cats and dogs, confirmed by the ASPCA (Ficus spp.). Latex sap causes oral irritation, drooling, and vomiting. Skin contact can cause dermatitis. Keep out of reach of pets and small children. Wear gloves when pruning.

Pro Tip

Vivid, almost yellow-green new leaves and bright lime-green older leaves mean the light level is right. Leaves fading to a plain mid-green on a plant that used to be vivid lime mean the light level has dropped, which happens in October and November as the sun angle changes.

What To Expect

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Plant and Pot Size Guide

4" Pot (Small): plant is approx. 6-10 inches tall. 6" Pot (Medium): approx. 12-18 inches tall. All plants come in a standard nursery pot. Decorative pots are sold separately.

Winter Shipping Protection

Between November and March we add extra insulated packaging and heat packs to protect your plant from cold temperatures during transit. You can add winter shipping protection at checkout.

Returns Policy

If a plant arrives with significant damage, pests, or disease, we offer a full replacement or refund.Our guarantee covers the viability and health of your plant for 30 days.

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