Amstel Queen Fig (Ficus binnendijkii) | 3.5–4.0 m, 18–20 cm Girth

The Amstel Queen is an elegant long-leaf fig with a dense, upright canopy of narrow, willow-like leaves that catch the breeze beautifully. At 3.5–4.0 m with an 18–20 cm trunk girth, this is a substantial shade tree ready to anchor a garden, screen a boundary, or create a lush backdrop to an outdoor seating area. Available at AED 950.

Key Features

• 3.5–4.0 m height with 18–20 cm girth — a well-established tree with immediate landscape presence
• Distinctive long, narrow leaves that create an elegant, flowing canopy unlike standard fig species
• Dense evergreen foliage that provides effective shade and privacy screening year-round
• Upright, well-structured growth habit that works in both formal and naturalistic garden settings
• Available at AED 950 — outstanding value for a mature shade tree of this quality

Why It Works in Dubai

Ficus binnendijkii is a tropical species that thrives in warm climates with consistent moisture. In Dubai, it performs reliably in full sun to partial shade, handles sandy soils when amended with organic matter, and maintains its dense canopy through the hottest months. The species is closely related to Ficus benjamina but tends to hold its leaves more reliably when conditions change — less prone to the dramatic leaf drop that Weeping Figs can exhibit after transplanting or repositioning. Once established, it grows quickly and fills out into a lush, dense screen or shade canopy with moderate watering.

Care Snapshot

Light: full sun to partial shade; adapts well to a range of light conditions
Water: moderate to regular; water deeply 2–3 times per week during summer
Soil: well-draining soil enriched with organic matter; tolerates sandy ground with amendment

What You’ll Receive

A healthy Amstel Queen Fig (Ficus binnendijkii) at 3.5–4.0 m height with 18–20 cm trunk girth, supplied in a nursery container ready for landscape planting.

*Actual product may vary slightly from the image shown. Landscape trees require professional planting for best results — visit our store for expert advice.