{"product_id":"string-of-frogs-houseplants-ficus-pumila-quercifolia-in-2-pot-oak-leaf-creeping-fig","title":"String of Frogs (Ficus pumila ‘Quercifolia’), 3.5-Inch Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eString of Frogs, a small-leaved form of creeping fig often called Oak Leaf Creeping Fig (\u003cem\u003eFicus pumila\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Quercifolia’), has tiny green, lobed leaves along fine trailing stems. Its textured foliage makes a charming detail on a bright shelf or in a small plant display. Leaf shape and vine length vary from plant to plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize and what ships\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne live String of Frogs in a \u003cstrong\u003e3.5-inch nursery grow pot\u003c\/strong\u003e. The plant and vines shown in photos illustrate its appearance, not a guaranteed shipping length. With time and suitable conditions the creeping stems can lengthen beyond their compact shipping size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light or gentle morning sun. Protect delicate leaves from harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly when the upper surface of the potting mix begins to dry, and let excess drain. Aim for lightly moist, not soggy soil; do not let the root ball remain bone dry for long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use an airy, moisture-retentive potting mix in a container with drainage holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity and temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate indoor humidity helps tender growth; keep away from drying heat vents, cold drafts, and freezing temperatures. A humidifier can help in very dry rooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e During active spring and summer growth, feed lightly with diluted balanced houseplant fertilizer about monthly; reduce in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim trailing stems to encourage branching and keep the plant compact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e When roots fill the nursery pot, move just one pot size up, preserving drainage; avoid placing this plant directly into a much larger wet soil volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Healthy stem cuttings with nodes can root in moist mix under warm, humid conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePet safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreeping fig contains irritating sap and should be kept out of reach of cats and dogs that chew plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional planter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small smooth white decorative pot shown in styled photos is \u003cstrong\u003esold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e; only the plant in its 3.5-inch nursery grow pot ships. Remove the nursery pot to water and let it drain before replacing it in any decorative pot without a drainage hole.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CTS Air Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856027451623,"sku":"NV-JW5O-BI3Z","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/3120\/8167\/files\/image_032c394f-266d-45d0-99a1-968490aa1d8d.png?v=1790548181","url":"https:\/\/ctsairplants.com\/products\/string-of-frogs-houseplants-ficus-pumila-quercifolia-in-2-pot-oak-leaf-creeping-fig","provider":"CTS Air Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}