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Ficus Trees Outdoors in NC: Sunburn and Heat Stress

Ficus benjamina sold as indoor/outdoor in NC will not survive winter outdoors. Summer direct sun causes leaf scorch (red/orange discoloration). They need shade, daily watering in heat, and may suffer from hard/alkaline water. Move indoors to a sunny window permanently. Avoid relocation stress. Staked stems suggest they were trained as standards; photo would help assess.

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