Banyan Tree 7G

Banyan Tree in 7-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL

Timeless, towering, and full of mystique—the Banyan Tree (Ficus benghalensis) is one of nature’s grandest creations. Known for its wide canopy and dramatic aerial roots, it brings both shade and story to any landscape. In South Florida, it thrives in the warmth and humidity, growing steadily into a living monument. This 7-gallon size offers a compact and accessible way to begin cultivating a legacy tree—perfect for home gardeners, schools, or community plantings.

Plant with vision—it may be small today, but this tree is destined for greatness.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Requires full sun—at least 6–8 hours per day—for healthy, vigorous growth.

• Watering: Water regularly when young. Once established, becomes drought-tolerant with deep roots.

• Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil with added compost for early development.

• Fertilizer: Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer 2–3 times annually to support growth and root establishment.

• Growth Habit: Starts upright and compact in a 7-gallon pot but eventually grows into a sprawling, aerial-root-forming canopy tree. Mature height and width can reach 60–100 feet.

• Temperature: Suited to USDA Zones 10–11. Enjoys South Florida’s subtropical conditions—protect from frost during early stages.

• Maintenance: Moderate. Prune to shape while young. Requires thoughtful placement due to eventual size.

Foliage & Growth Notes:
Glossy, green, oval leaves with thick structure. Over time, aerial roots descend from branches and anchor into the ground, supporting lateral spread and trunk-like columns.

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
Historically used in Ayurvedic practices, the banyan’s bark and latex have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobialproperties. While not grown for consumption, it’s culturally revered and offers shade, shelter, and air-purifying benefits.

Ideal For:

• Long-term landscaping projects

• Tropical garden enthusiasts

• Large property owners and institutions

• Sacred or symbolic plantings

• Gardeners planting with the next generation in mind

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Ficus benghalensis

• Common Name: Banyan Tree

• Plant Type: Tropical heritage tree

• Family: Moraceae

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Broadleaf evergreen perennial

  • Evergreen: Remains green year-round in tropical zones

  • Perennial: Lives and grows for many decades

  • Broadleaf: Wide canopy-forming foliage

• Container Size: 7-gallon pot

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