Ficus benjamina ‘Kinky’ — Ø12 cm — H28 cm
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The Ficus benjamina ‘Kinky’ captivates with its finely variegated foliage of green and cream that instantly brightens the space. Its compact and elegant silhouette brings a fresh and contemporary touch to a bright interior. An easy decorative plant, ideal for structuring a desk or a small shelf.
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SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipped within 24h by DPD
- Home delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable cardboard and biodegradable materials
- Tracking number sent by email upon shipment
- Free shipping from 50€
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee your plants arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48h at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return needed - we trust you
Guarantee covers: transport damage, very weak plant upon arrival, preparation error.
Not covered: damage after acclimatization or improper care (see our tips below).
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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Ficus benjamina ‘Kinky’ — Ø12 cm — H28 cm
🌿 Cream variegated foliage • ☀️ Indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🪴 Easy care
The Ficus benjamina ‘Kinky’, a compact form of the weeping fig, is distinguished by its glossy light green foliage finely edged with cream and its elegant branching. Perfect for shelves, consoles, and bright desks, it instantly adds a touch of urban elegance.
Adaptable and undemanding, it acclimates well to apartment life: soft light, measured watering, and a stable environment are enough to keep it beautiful all year round.
Exposure & placement
The Ficus ‘Kinky’ prefers bright light without direct sun. It tolerates partial shade but will be denser near a window with filtered light. Avoid drafts and sudden temperature changes.
- Exposure: indirect to partial shade light.
- Ideal: desk corner, console near a window, bright shelf.
- Temperature: 18–25 °C, stable atmosphere.
- Substrate: light and draining potting soil (perlite/coconut fiber) in a pot with drainage holes.
Verdeia tip: a sheer curtain in front of an east or north-facing window protects its variegated foliage from direct rays.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate: let 1–2 cm dry on the surface before watering. Reduce in winter.
- Drainage: essential: empty the saucer 10 minutes after watering.
- Humidity: occasional light misting for clean and shiny foliage.
- Fertilizer: every 2 months in spring-summer, lightly dosed.
- Pruning: pinch young stems to keep a compact shape and stimulate branching.
After moving, a small leaf drop may occur: let it stabilize without changing location.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Its slender habit and cream edging match natural materials and soft tones.
- To pair with: Pilea peperomioides, Calathea, Maranta to play with texture contrasts.
- Ideal pot: matte sand ceramic, beige stoneware, or terracotta to highlight the variegation.
- Ambiance: perfect in an urban jungle composition on a console or shelf.
Turn the pot a quarter turn at each watering for even growth and regular foliage.
Verdeia tips
- Give it soft and consistent light: direct sun can mark the leaves.
- Maintain a stable watering rhythm: better a slight lack than excess water.
- Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and promote photosynthesis.
- Avoid moving it often: the ficus likes stability.
- Repot every 1–2 years in a more aerated mix if roots fill the pot.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Ficus benjamina ‘Kinky’
- Common name: Dwarf weeping fig ‘Kinky’
- Origin: Southeast Asia
- Pot size: Ø12 cm
- Approximate height: 28 cm
- Maximum adult size: up to 100 cm indoors
- Exposure: indirect light / partial shade
- Watering: moderate
- Care: easy
- Toxicity to animals: Slightly toxic if ingested
- Decor style: Urban jungle / Minimalist
Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and shades of its foliage naturally evolve according to light and through the seasons.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are carefully selected from our European partner producers.
Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected by breathable and secure packaging.
Each package is designed to ensure that your plant arrives in perfect health and without stress related to transport.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos shown are true to the variety and the announced size (pot diameter and approximate height).
Each plant being unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or shade may exist — that is what makes them so charming!
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery throughout Europe.
Plants are shipped from Monday to Wednesday to prevent them from being stuck over the weekend.
You receive a tracking link as soon as the package is dispatched.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package upon receipt, carefully remove the plant from its packaging and let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering it.
If it has slightly suffered from transport, it will quickly regain its shape after one or two days in the light.
Can I put this plant outside?
It depends on the species. Most indoor plants prefer a bright place without direct sunlight, while outdoor plants like more direct light.
Refer to the exposure advice in the product description to know if it is suitable for a balcony, a terrace, or indoors.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
If your plant appears to have suffered during transport, contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the problem.
Our team will take the time to assess the situation and find the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Your satisfaction and the health of your plant remain our priority 🌿.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, we do not accept standard returns.
However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge.
For any other case (order error, cache-pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.