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An enchanting architectural shrub, Ficus afghanistanica ‘Silver Lyre’ has thick, leathery silvery-green leaves that add exotic appeal to garden displays. A member of the fig family, it has heavily dissected leaves have a slight fluffy texture, giving the foliage its distinctive silver sheen.
Also known as Afghanistan fig ‘Silver Lyre’, the unique shape of the leaves, said to be like a Lyre or violin, earned it its name. It is this striking silhouette and elegant form that makes it an eye-catching feature in a range of spaces around the garden.
Admire this fast-growing shrub as a stunning architectural plant in contemporary spaces or create an eye-catching feature with it in mixed displays alongside other drought tolerant plants such as lavenders and rosemary, where it will delight for years to come.
To get the best display from your Ficus afghanistanica ‘Silver Lyre’, plant it in a sunny but sheltered position, in moist but very free draining soil. You can then enjoy many years of elegant foliage and form in your garden.
Plant details
- Pot size: 2-Litre
- Foliage colour: Silvery-green
- Soil type: Moist, free draining
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
- Plant type: Shrub
- Ultimate plant size: Height: 2m x Spread: 1.5m
All measurements are approximate.
