{"product_id":"ficus-panda-ball","title":"Ficus Panda ball","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ficus Panda Ball is a premium topiary plant loved for its perfectly round, dense canopy and glossy, rounded leaves. A cultivar of Ficus retusa, this “Panda” variety features thicker, darker green leaves than the standard Ficus, giving it a lush, compact look year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance: \u003c\/strong\u003eExpertly pruned into a neat ball shape on a single clean trunk. Leaves are small, oval, and leathery with a beautiful waxy shine. Creates a modern, architectural statement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003eIdeal as a statement indoor plant for living rooms, offices, and hotel lobbies. Also thrives outdoors in shaded patios and entrances across the UAE. Great for pairs flanking doors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light indoors. Outdoors, prefers morning sun + afternoon shade. Tolerates UAE heat if not in harsh midday sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when top 2-3 inches of soil are dry. Drought-tolerant once established but prefers consistent moisture. Reduce in winter. Avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining potting mix. We use a premium peat + perlite blend at iPlants.ae for healthy root growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low. Occasional pruning to maintain ball shape. Wipe leaves to keep them glossy. Very slow-growing, so it holds shape well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir Purifying: \u003c\/strong\u003eLike other Ficus varieties, it helps filter indoor air pollutants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. How often should I water Ficus Panda Ball in Dubai’s climate?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndoors: Every 7-10 days in summer, 14-20 days in winter. Outdoors in shade: Every 4-6 days in peak summer. Always check soil first – overwatering is the #1 killer. Leaves dropping = usually too much water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Will Ficus Panda lose leaves after delivery?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome minor leaf drop is normal for 1-2 weeks as it adjusts to your home’s light and humidity. Keep it stable, don’t move it around, and it will stabilize quickly. We deliver only healthy, acclimated plants from iPlants..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. How do I maintain the ball shape?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrim new shoots that break the round silhouette with clean shears. Best done in spring. Light pruning encourages density. For heavy reshaping, book our plant maintenance service in UAE.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iPlants","offers":[{"title":"40cm - 60cm","offer_id":48367671050495,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7873\/8687\/files\/48924acb-4385-4825-86cb-0ea95e066d03.jpg?v=1778831024","url":"https:\/\/iplants.ae\/products\/ficus-panda-ball","provider":"iPlants - What is Desert? Let's make our Emirates Green.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}