HOW TO: Ficus Lyrata, Fiddle Leaf Fig Care Instructions

Ever wonder how to care for the Fiddle Leaf Ficus? You may have heard it's a tricky plant to care for — but that's a common misconception! Read on to find out all you need to know about this stunning plant.

Crucial Care Tips

Light — Needs bright, filtered light. Will rapidly deteriorate in dim lighting.

spruce Watering — Keep soil evenly moist at all times (about 2–3 times per week). Do not overwater or leave the plant sitting in water.

Fertilizer — Feed bi-weekly with a weak liquid green plant fertilizer during the growing season.

Repotting — Change the soil and transplant to a larger pot annually. This plant naturally wants to grow large and needs both vertical space and room for roots to extend.

Humidity & Brown Spots — Many people notice brown spots on the foliage or leaf drop. Both are natural characteristics of a maturing plant, as long as they're not happening in abundance. The plant has a sap which, when exposed to air on top of leaves, causes browning. Excessive browning and leaf drop may also occur due to improper airflow or low humidity. Adding a humidifier nearby, or misting around the plant (NOT directly on the leaves), will help. Once a month, water thoroughly to flush out any salts or impurities that build up in the soil.

Pests — Ficus are sensitive to chemicals. If pests appear, use the least chemically potent pesticide available.

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