Fiddle Leaf Fig Repotting + Basic Care Tips | Ficus Lyrata 🌱
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- This video is all about one of the most popular and desired plants - Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree (Ficus Lyrata).
I am going to show you how to support its unstable stem, how to properly repot Ficus Lyrata and after I repot the plant, I will tell you about what the Fiddle Leaf Fig needs to grow and thrive.
Plus will show you a trick on how to remove excess water from the tray/saucer without having to lift/move your plant.
You will learn:
✅ how to support plant’s stem;
✅ how to repot Ficus Lyrata;
✅ what is the best light environment;
✅ how to water Fiddle Leaf Fig;
✅ how to remove water from a saucer without lifting the plant;
✅ what are the right humidity levels for Ficus Lyrata;
✅ how to clean the plant and keep it in its best shape.
Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
1:52 - How to support Fiddle Leaf Fig
4:12 - Repotting Fiddle Leaf Fig
9:20 - Light requirements for Fiddle Leaf Fig
11:24 - Rotating Fiddle Leaf Fig
11:37 - How to water Fiddle Leaf Fig
15:29 - My trick
16:11 - Best humidity levels for Fiddle Leaf Fig
16:57 - Cleaning Fiddle Leaf Fig
19:36 - How to Trim Fiddle Leaf Fig
20:30 - How to fertilize Fiddle Leaf Fig
20:42 - When to repot Fiddle Leaf Fig
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I am the founder of the online plant shop in New York - mycityplants.com
For many years, I have been taking care of plants, consulting people and companies on the right plant selection for their spaces. I provide customer service to thousands of our customers, solve all kinds of plant issues, address concerns, struggles, challenges, and find solutions.
On this channel, I am sharing with you my experience, expertise, tips, and tricks. My goal is to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to grow happy and healthy plants.
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Please share with me and others YOUR best tips or some of your favorite cool tricks about Fiddle Leaf Fig care. There is always much more to learn!
Another easy way to remove excess water from saucers of really large planters is by using a turkey baster.
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Hi! Thank you for your kind words. Means a lot! Green Cheers!
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At last! You've covered everything about this plant in one video. I now feel I can grow my 4 fiddleleafs successfully. I can't wait to watch your other videos. Thanks you!
Hi Charlotte,
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for watching, and may your plants grow happy and healthy! 🌱
As usual you provide excellent detailed instructions on plant care. Thank you!
So nice of you. Thank you 🌱
This is such a fantastic and thorough video with incredible care and maintenance tips, thank you so much!
You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful. Thank you for watching 🌱
I love your channel and found it tonight. You are very thorough and detailed with plant care tips. Thank you!
Hi Maria! So nice of you. Thank you for watching 🌱
Thank you for the detailed and organized presentation on how to care for the fiddle leaf fig tree. I really am learning a lot.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching 🌱
By far best video on fiddle leaf fig. You touched on everything
Thank you 🌱
I thoroughly enjoyed your video! Very informative and helpful,thank you.
Hi Pamela!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching 🌱
Fantastic video
Thank you for taking the time to re-pot the plant.
Really help to see the process as well as the challenges an how beautifully you handled them.
Enjoyed your video tremendously!!
Thank you!!
Thank YOU! So happy you have enjoyed the video and found it helpful.
Green Cheers 🌱
Thank you so much! I absolutely love your videos. Already learned tons about getting rid of pests and now, thanks to you, I'm taking care of my bambino fiddle.
Thank you❤
Hi! Thank you for watching! I am glad that these videos are helpful. Wishing you victory!
This video is awesome. I’m a new fiddle daddy and this has taught me so much. Thanks!
Hi!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for watching & May your plants grow happy and healthy 🌱
Thanks for posting Juliette! Very well explained. You got a new sub from Melbourne...
Thanks for subbing! Glad the video was helpful 🌱
What a great educational video!!! Learned so much, thank you!
Hi Graciela,
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for watching! Green Cheers 🌱
Thank you, I’ve learned so much!!!!
Thank you, Patricia, for watching. Glad it was informative.
Green Cheers! 🌱
Thanks for helping us FIGure out our gorgeous plants! (:
Thank you for watching! I am happy to read this - means a lot!
Green Cheers & May your plant grow happy and healthy!
Best video I’ve seen . So much information and great tips. I learned a lot and will try to do it. Hope I get great results. Thank you so much. 👍👍👍
Hi Cora,
Thank you for watching!
May your plants grow happy and healthy! 🌱
Thank you for such an informative video!
Hi! Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for watching 🌱
Wow. Great video! Love it!
Hi Gordon,
Glad you like the video. Thank you for watching 🌱
I saw one of these this weekend but decided to wait to purchase. So happy i came across your video to help me to prepare for this beauty. I do believe you covered everything one needs to know once we get started.
Thanks👍
Hi! Very Exiting!
I am glad the video is helpful.
Green Cheers and May your Fiddle Leaf Fig grow happy and healthy!
Thank you for such helpful tips!
Thank you for watching!
Green Cheers 🌱
I just received one as a gift and it's huge and needs some work. Waiting on a pot big enough to repot. Roots a busting out the pot it's in now . Glad I came across this video. I'm new to plants 😁
Hi!
Woohoo! Plant gift - the best!
May your Fiddle Leaf Fig grow happy and healthy!
Green Luck! 🌱
looking amazing amongst those fiddle leaf tree
Thank you 🌱
Really loving the content, I am new to keeping house plants 🪴 since moving home.
You’re videos are really helpful you are making me look like a pro 🤗
Kind regards from the Uk 🇬🇧
Awesome! Thank you! Best of luck in your green journey! 🌱
Спасибо 🙏🏻
Thank you for tons of useful information. I’m going to repot my fig ❤
Hi!
Glad the video is helpful. May your Fiddle Leaf Fig grow happy and healthy!
Green Cheers & Thank you for watching 🌱
Thank you so much for sharing information. I loved this plants that why .
I am learning your teaching amazing complete conversation. Thank you so much.
You are so welcome! Green Luck, and thank you for watching 🌱
I just bought a beautiful fiddle leaf fig three days ago that measures 15 inches tall and placed it on a corner of my living room next to a window and I found this video very informative. Thank you and lots of blessings to you from Puerto Rico the island of enchantment.
Hi Carmen,
Congrats on your new plant!
Glad the video is helpful.
May your Fiddle Leaf Fig grow happy and healthy!
Thank you for watching 🌱
Superb and the best!!!video. Thank you.
Hi Madelane,
Glad you liked it! Thank you for watching 🌱
Thank you ! Greetings from İstanbul !💚
Hi!
Green Cheers & Thank you for watching 🌱
This was so helpful and those plants, To Die For. I use a Turkey Baster to remove the excess water from the saucer. Works like a charm.
Hi!
Thank you!!! :)) Green Cheers!
New sub here! Loved your video!!!! I just bought my first one!
Hi Claudia,
Welcome aboard! Thank you 🌱
Green Luck and may your plant grow happy and healthy!
I've learned so much from this video. Great video creation in every aspect including the vlogger's skills, energy and enthusiasm to share her knowledge in caring for this particular plant. I enjoyed watching from the Philippines. Thank you. I will buy Fiddle Leaf Fig tree for myself.
Ho Ella,
I am glad you enjoyed this video! It means a lot!
Thank you for watching and may your new Fiddle Leaf Fig and other plants grow happy and healthy! 🌱
Such a great vid
Thank you for watching!
Green Cheers!
Thank you for your videos. And your voice is very relaxing. 🙂
Hi Trina,
You’re welcome 😊 Thank you for watching 🌱
Wow amazing ideas.
Thank you for watching 🌱
Would absolutely love to have the LECHUZA cube cottage in white, but they are very expensive! Love love love them and they are def on my wish list! Thank you for the FLF tips, I have 2 and one will be reported next summer
Hi Rosie,
Thank you for watching!
May your plants grow happy and healthy! 🌱
I use a baster to remove excess water . Great video. Thank you
Hi Denise,
Great tip! 👍
Thank you for sharing and for watching!
Green Cheers 🌱
Awesome video
Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching 🌱
Very good explanation.
Glad it was informative. Thank you for watching 🌱
Thank you for this video. As usual, it's very informative. I purchased my first Fiddle Leaf Fig a couple of weeks ago. I was sure I had it in the right spot because it started to shoot up new leaves very quickly and they looked very healthy. But the past few days it's been very rainy and overcast and those new leaves fell over. I did some research and figured it was a combination of the fact that the leaves are new and the plant was due for watering, and when I watered the plant over the weekend they perked up soon after and were standing upright again, but a day or two later they fell over again. I've now moved it to the patio, which is South-West facing. I think with all the rain and how overcast it is outside that the window I initially placed it by was no longer providing adequate light. I hope it will be okay now that I've moved it.
Hi! If you keep the plant in its original plastic nursery pot, it (maybe) just needs to be repotted in a proper pot. When selecting a pot, make sure it has drainage and about 3-5" bigger and deeper than the original pot.
*** South-West exposure is too strong for your plant.
Indirect bright light or filtered sunlight is the best.
Morning sun is very gentle and the plant will be also happy growing in a spot with East exposure.
Green Luck, and thank you for watching 🌱
@@Mycityplants - Thank you very much. I still have it in the nursery pot because I’ve only had it a few weeks, not even a month as yet. And all of the plant channels I watch here advise not to repot immediately after bringing it home from the nursery.
I don’t have enough light coming from the east. It’s blocked by the house next door. I felt SW would be too bright but it’s the rainy season here and the days have been so dreary and overcast. So it was no longer getting enough light by the window where I had it, which is also shaded by large trees. Some days I feel like I’m really catching on and becoming a plant mom. Other days I feel like a plant murderer. 😭
You can repot the plant.
If you can find a shady spot in that South-West facing area or, if indoors, filter the direct sun, the plant will be happy!
Rainy days do lower the light intensity but plants can handle gloomy days as long as they are close to a large window and exposed to a natural light.
You may also get a grow light and use it during long rainy seasons or for plants that are in a lower light areas. 🌱
@@Mycityplants - Thank you very much. I really do appreciate all of your advice. xoxo
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Your green babies are insanely beautiful....thank you for sharing every tips tricks and valuable posts...now I am dying to have fiddle leaf figs like yours... Greetings from Indonesia 🇮🇩💚
Hi Hayati,
Thank you for your comment and for watching our videos.
Glad they are helpful!
May your plants grow happy and healthy! 🌱
Love it
Hi Muah,
Thank you for watching 🌱
Such a helpful video for people like me who don’t know much about plants
Hi Joe,
Thank you for your comment. I am glad the video is helpful.
Green Cheers 🌱
No doubt you are efficient in handling your plants...but I love your voice more. I just love the way you talk.
Hi Pamela,
So nice of you. Thank you for watching! 🌱
Love this! What was at the bottom of your pot before adding the soil and plant?
Hi! Thank you for watching 🌱
Pon - this substrate is a part of the Lechuza sub-irrigation system.
*** Amount of Pon that needs to go under the soil is provided with each planter.
Pon can also be used instead of a potting mix.
Check this product here: mycityplants.com/collections/potting-mix/products/lechuza-pon
Interesting tips... very different to how I've handled my fiddle leaf fig. Do you have an update video on your results? I'm very curious considering how differently you handle your plant.
Hi! Plants we used in the video already have new homes. So far, all are doing well.
Love your videos! Do you use the self watering reservoir on the Lechuza pots for your figs?
Hi Aaron,
Yes, we pot these plants in Lechuza and after 3-4 months after repotting, switch to self-watering feature.
IMPORTANT - to allow the soil to dry before re-filling the reservoir.
Here is the video about how water in Lechuza:
bit.ly/3bWSmRs
Soil moisture meter amzn.to/3BNaTh1 is a very helpful tool for establishing a proper watering frequency.
** Water the Fiddle Leaf Fig or refill the reservoir when the meter reading is down to zone 2-3
Here is the video about how to use this tool:
bit.ly/3TI2sMb
Green Cheers! 🌱
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Thank you for watching 🌱
Hi Juliette! Loved the video :) Do you have any instructions on how to prune the trees so that we get luscious/voluminous/bushy results like yours, as opposed to just tall plants with a few leaves at the top? Thanks!
Hi! Thank you for watching 🌱
Regular pruning will help to get the Fiddle Leaf Fig to a fuller shape.
Make sure the plant has lots of light!
Here is a very helpful article about how to prune FLF bit.ly/3V8yMar
Green Cheers & May your plant grow happy and healthy!
When I got my fiddle leaf it was pushing out a lot of new growth. It was in a south facing window that got like two hours of sun rays and the rest was just bright indirect light. I moved to a new apartment with a wide east facing window and it has not grown any new leaves in a year. It still has a big view of my east facing window but I also bought a soltech grow light. I’ve just cut the top and going to fertilize. Hoping it stimulates new growth.
Hi! Thank you for watching!
Moving a Fiddle Leaf Fig to a new location and change of light situation can affect its growth temporarily.
Plants can experience a period of adjustment when they are relocated to a new environment. This adjustment period may cause the plant to slow down or temporarily halt its growth as it acclimates to its new surroundings.
Here are a few other factors that can contribute to a Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) indoors stopping the growth of new leaves:
Overwatering or Underwatering: Incorrect watering can stress the plant, leading to stunted growth or leaf drop. Make sure to adjust watering routine since the plant is placed in a different light environment.
This tool will help to establish a proper frequency: amzn.to/3VwiNpV
Here is our video about how to use Meter: bit.ly/3TI2sMb
*** Water FLF when the soil moisture is in 3-4 zone
Nutrient Deficiency: Fiddle Leaf Figs require regular fertilization during the growing season (spring-summer) to support healthy growth. If your plant isn't receiving enough nutrients, it may stop producing new leaves.
Glad you are feeding it now.
Root Bound: If the plant has outgrown its pot and its roots are crowded, it may struggle to uptake water and nutrients efficiently, leading to slowed growth. Repotting into a larger container can help alleviate this issue. FLF needs to be repotted once every 2-3 years.
Temperature and Humidity: Fiddle Leaf Figs prefer warm temperatures and high humidity. If the indoor environment is too cold or dry, it can hinder growth. Consider placing a humidifier nearby.
Pests or Diseases: Pests like spider mites or diseases such as root rot can also impact the plant's growth. Inspect your plant regularly for signs of pests or diseases and take appropriate measures to address any issues.
Green Cheers & Hope your plant will adjust and thrive!
Great Video! Just bought my first Fiddle leaf fig. Should I wait a little for it to get comfortable in our home before repotting?
Hi Jamie,
Thank you for watching! 🌱
Congrats on your new plant!
You can provide some time for the plant to acclimate before repotting to lower the stress but it is not necessary. We repot plants for orders as soon as we receive them from growers and they are managing just fine.
Green Luck! May your plant grow happy and healthy!
Evelyn D.DelBarrio love your plants 🤗💞😘
Hi Glenn,
Thank you! 🤗 Please say hi to Evelyn for me 🌱
I just found you. I subscribed because you are so organized & detailed. You touch on stuff I haven’t heard anyone else mention. My fiddle leaf edges are brown, like the ones you were trimming. Is it normal?. I was wondering if i was doing something wrong.
Hi!
Thank you for watching and your kind words. Glad you like our videos.
Fiddle Leaf Fig leaves will brown most of the time due to improper watering.
Make sure you are testing the soil before watering.
Soil Moisture meter amzn.to/3uUrnnq will help you to set up the right frequency:
If the plant gets lots of bright light, water when the meter reading is in the zone 4-5
If the plant is in a lower light spot, water when the meter reading is in the zone 2-3
Here is our video about how to use this tool: bit.ly/3TI2sMb
May your plants grow happy and healthy!
Green Cheers!
I just finished spotting 2 new air layers I just did.
Mine's in the ground in the tropics, but I see how healthy yours are 😮
I can imagine the effort you have to go through.
Mine is just happy in its natural space 😅 but my air layering can't keep out to how fast it grows.
I will probably need to chop half of it to prevent it from becoming a giant tree 😢
Hi! Thank you for watching!
Don't feel sad about pruning your Fiddle Leaf Fig. It is not harmful to plant and is the only way to keep the plant in the desired shape.
May your plant grow happy and healthy!
Green Cheers!
This is a great and thorough video packed full of useful info! What soil mix do you use for your fiddle leafs and what are the ratios of its components?
Hi!
Thank you for watching!
Potting mix we use and love getgooddirt.com/product-category/dirt/
** You will find all the info via the above link
Green Cheers!
I have a very large fiddle leaf fig tree. My tree is a little over 40 feet. Are the dropping golf ball size seeds good for anything?
All the leaves of my fiddle leaf just fell one by one. I hope I watched your video earlier. Anyways, thank you for the care tips.
Hi Yalyn,
Sorry to hear that. Hope, by adjusting your care routine, you can stabilize your plant and make it grow many new leaves for you! Green Luck! Thank you for watching 🌱
Hi, how do you get your FF so full with leaves ? Ours are very spars. Thank you!
Like watching your videos, lots of great information, thank you!
Hi Eddie,
Thank you for watching 🌱
Can't take any credit for these Fiddle Leaf Figs in the video as we got them from our grower already big and full shape 😀
If your plant is not holding its full shape, it might need more light, nutrients or pruning.
Here is helpful article about how to prune it www.wikihow.com/Prune-Fiddle-Leaf-Fig
Green Luck!
Thank you ! ! Them pots are nice but pricey
Hi Cathy,
Thank you for watching 🌱
Yes, they are but these pots have a very smart sub-irrigation system and your plants will be very happy growing in them.
Green Cheers!
Excellent video! We have a giant fiddle leaf fig tree that’s over 9 feet tall. It has four stalks. We recently noticed yellowing leaves with browning veins. We haven’t changed our watering routine so we think there must be ponding in the pot causing the soil to be too moist. It’s been in this pot for three years. We are going to attempt to repot it. Thanks for the tips!
Hi Shelly,
Wow! Impressive 9 feet tall Fiddle Leaf Fig!
3 years - yes, sounds like it is time to give this beauty a more spacious pot and fresh soil.
May your plant grow happy and healthy!
Thank you for watching 🌱
Great video! how many years old was the tree that you repotted?
Hi! Thank you for watching!
Given the right nutrition and growing conditions, Fiddle Leaf Figs can achieve an annual growth of one to two feet!
Plants in the video are about 7 feet tall. Plants need to be repotted, on average, once every 2 years.
We buy these already grown for our online shop and commercial greenery installations. :)
Green Cheers!
Can you talk about how to make it ‘bushy’ like you have?
Mine is just a single stem ... about 5 feet tall... leaves from bottom to top
Thank you
Hi Liane,
This article is helpful fiddleleaffigplant.com/pruning-and-shaping-your-fiddle-leaf-fig-plant/
Green Cheers and thank you for watching 🌱
@@Mycityplants
Thank you!
I watch your recommendation on fiddle leave fig with Claire...
I’m a member of her resource channel...
My fiddle leave fig is happy and healthy...I had her for 21/2 years..
Never lost the first leave...
I’m scarred to do surgery on her...
She tells me when to water her...
She’ll open like a 🌸 flower..
That’s when I know she wants water..
Thank you for all of your help🥰
Wow! Impressive 21+ years! Great job! 👏
@@Mycityplants
😂 lol
2 1/2 years
lol! My bet . Still very impressive for caring for this finicky at times plant 👏
Good afternoon, love your videos. My fiddle leaf fig tree is tall and skinny. How do i get it full at the top
Hi! Thank you for watching!
You can prune back your Fiddle Leaf Fig to get it in a fuller shape.
Here is the link to the article where you can learn how to encouraging the Plant to Branch : bit.ly/3V8yMar
Green Cheers & May your plant grow happy and healthy!
Great content 👍💚
Random question
Where is this accent from?
Hello I am new to your channel thankyou for all the viable information. However, I do have a fig leaf and it hasn’t grown quite well for me. I just repotted it in a new pot with peat moss but I did not water it once repotted. Should I have done? that yes or no , also what’s the reason for the brown on ends of the fig leaf, and I know you stated trim them but what else is required afterwards? Thank you again !
Hi Anita,
If the soil is dry, water the plant.
Brown dry tips can be the sign of dehydration or/and low humidity.
Brown soft tips can be the sign of overwatering.
It is best to use the Soil Moisture meter to establish a proper watering frequency. Fiddle Leaf Fig should be watered when the meter reading is in the 2-3 zone
Here is our video about how to use this tool before and after watering: bit.ly/3TI2sMb
Plants are now in the active growth phase and I hope your plant will grow some new leaves soon!
Thank you for watching 🌱
Question! I’ve notice on your BOP video and this FLF video that you tend to trim off the brown spots on the edges of leaves and such instead of taking the whole leaf off? I was not sure how to proceed! Any tips?
Hi Sullivan,
I remove leaves that are damaged more than 30-40%
Other leaves get trimmed 😀
Green Cheers!
Thank you for watching 🌱
you can use a turkey baster for the excess water!
Great idea! Thank you for sharing! 🌱
Keep a betch moist. Didnt expect my trimmed flf to come back at all. Dont drown, dont dry it out either. See, It will likely survive, but
Hi!
Thank you for watching and sharing! Hope your plant will come back with many new beautiful leaves. Green Cheers 🌱
I’m in south Florida and just bought a FL Fig. I have it outside by the pool under the roof overhang facing north. Is that good as far as light? It’s in shade all the time.
Also in Florida do you also just water spring and summer or year round since it’s mostly warm here all year?🎃
Hi Gordon,
Congrats on your new plant!
North side and under the roof - this light environment is not best for Fiddle Leaf Figs.
These plants need bright light.
Since you are in Florida where the sun is pretty strong, place this plant in the spot where it can get indirect bright light or at least move from under the roof.
Plants need to be watered when the soil is dry half or 3/4 way down. Best to use Soil Moisture Meter bit.ly/2yuXVpc
Test the soil with this tool and water your plant when the meter reading is in the 2-4 zone
Plants need to be fertilized during Spring and Summer.
May your plant grow happy and healthy! Thank you for watching 🌱
I use a microfiber glove for dusting😊
Hi Linda,
My faves too !
These gloves are the best to clean plants with large leaves czcams.com/users/shortsMLNOd4JbRhk
Green Cheers 🌱
a north facing window is adequate? I've crossed these plants off my list because I wasn't sure my north-east window would be good enough
Hi! If you have a large north facing window and the window is not blocked by trees or another building/structure, this plant will be happy by that window.
Remember to rotate the plant often 😃
Thank you for watching 🌱
So I do not have to soak or loosen the roots before replanting? When will you have more pots in stock on your website?
Hi Kim,
Loosen up roots before repotting is very helpful as long as you do not disturb them too much.
Thank you for watching 🌱
P.S. you may find pots you need here as well: www.lechuza.us/home/
I bought mine,and it didn't survive because,I didn't really know how to take care of it.I was heart broken 💔. Because I love plant,I will buy it again and take care of it as per the video.Thank you for the info.
Sorry to hear that! Green Luck to you with the new plant! Thank you for watching 🪴
Hi. When I bought my fiddle leaf I found that some of the leaves have holes in the middle of the leaf. Do I need to remove these leaves? Many thanks
Hi Yvonne,
Thank you for watching 🌱
First of all find out why the holes are there:
- A pest infestation
- Low humidity issues that affect new growth
- Nutrient deficiencies
- Rot caused by overwatering
- Physical damage
If there is an issue, take action - treat and/or adjust care routine
This article is very helpful about why there are holes on the leaves of Fiddle Leaf Fig and what to do thehealthyhouseplant.com/the-5-most-likely-reasons-for-holes-in-your-fiddle-leaf-fig/
Green Cheers!
I got my fiddle leaf last year. It’s still in grow pot on sw window. I want to repot and want to know what soil mixture is best.
Hi Sandy,
Choose a well draining potting mix. I use Good Dirt potting mix for Fiddle Leaf Fig mycityplants.com/products/indoor-potting-mix
Make sure the new pot has drainage !
May your plant grow happy and healthy!
Thank you for watching 🌱
I have a 17 yr old fiddle leaf fig that has turned into a tall indoor tree. It’s very top heavy and I have to tie it to upstairs railing to keep
It upright. Any suggestions how I can trim it to make it more manageable. Thanks!
Hi! Wow! Sounds interesting and I am sure the plant is very impressive :)
Pruning is the only option to get the Fiddle leaf Fig into a better shape.
Here is a very helpful article about how to prune this plant: bit.ly/3V8yMar
Green Cheers & Thank you for watching 🌱
How do you "re-shape the this plant? Do you have to remove the leaves from the bottom?
Hi Esther,
I think this article will be helpful fiddleleaffigplant.com/pruning-and-shaping-your-fiddle-leaf-fig-plant/
Thank you for watching 🌱
I need to repot my fiddle that’s in a 10inch pot can I put it in a 14” or only 12”?
Hi Adrianna,
12" or 14" pot will work.
Thank you for watching 🌱
Is it good and posible to get it in full lechuza pon instead of using soil for this plant?
Hi Alberto,
Yes. Just keep in mind that PON is heavy and when a large plant potted in this substrate, the pot will not be easy to move if needed.
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I noticed you used a metal rod to reinforce the trunk of the FLF tree. I never thought of that and wanted to ask would it ever rust in the soil. I found that using the plastic rods that turn window blinds work excellent for mine until they out grow it. They are really sturdy.
Hi! The metal stakes I use are rustproof - amzn.to/3l5ExXQ
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Hi!! Does the fiddle leaf need to be watered when repotted?
Hi Alishia,
Plants need to be watered after repotting.
If the soil around the roots and/or soil you used is wet, water just a little.
If all dry, water well.
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Question......my Fiddle has lost alot of leaves but has started to regrow at the top ..can I prune it to help it fill in? And how 🤔
Hi RITA,
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Yes, you can prune the Fiddle Leaf Fig to get it in a fuller shape and encourage branching.
This article explains well the pruning process: bit.ly/3V8yMar
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Hello .. I recently cut my very tall fiddle leaf fig and put the top in water to root again but after a couple of day the top leaves are very droopy and don’t look very healthy ..what can I do to help it out …?? Thanks for any help
Hi! I think this article can be very helpful www.apieceofrainbow.com/fiddle-leaf-fig/
You might need to cut the stem in a different spot + you may also use just leaves to propagate your Fiddle Leaf Fig. Remember to change the water frequently!
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😅😊how to make the plant bushy like yours?
Hi!
Regular pruning will keep your Fiddle Leaf Fig in a full shape!
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Need help my FLF. The growth tip is brown. No new growth seen. How do I fix it?
Hi Ekta,
There are might be a few reasons why your Fiddle Leaf Fig is not growing and has some browning:
- not enough light
Plant needs to be in a bright light area.
- need some nutrients
Watch our video about when and how to fertilize plants bit.ly/3teZEaw
- watering issue
These plants are very sensitive to over and under watering.
I strongly recommend getting the Soil meter mycityplants.com/products/soil-moisture-meter for establishing a proper watering frequency for your plant.
Test the soil with the meter once every 7-10 days
Water the plant when the meter is in the 2-3 zone
- not porous soil
Important to use well draining potting mix/soil + use a pot that has drainage!
Hope this information helps.
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If the leaves drop after repotting . How to prevent the leaves from dropping?
Hi Kyle,
It is normal for some lower leaves to drop due to repotting shock.
Make sure the pot has drainage and the plant is in the bright light spot.
Establish a proper watering frequency by testing the soil once every 5-7 days.
Plant should stop dropping leaves once it’s acclimated to its new pot or/and room + gets proper care.
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@@Mycityplants Thanks for the advice.I try to make it happy.
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My family tells me I have green thumbs! But this time I over did it ! My fig tree is like 13 ft tall just one steam So now how I cut it?
Hi! Thank you for watching!
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Here is the video about how to prune the Overgrown Fiddle Leaf Fig czcams.com/video/OledRx1OnH0/video.html
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My leaves are still curled upwards, is that a good sign?
Hi Dan,
Here is a helpful article that provides 9 reasons why leaves of Fiddle Fig might curl: athomewithhues.com/fiddle-leaf-fig-leaves-curling/
Hope your find you answer, the plant will stabilize and grow happy! 🌱
What size is that planter?
Hi Rica,
I am repotting 14" Fig tree into 19.5"D x 18.3"H planter. Potting inner space is 17.5"D
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how do i remove the pest under the leaves 🍃 ?
Hi David,
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If the infestation is mild, once a week - Wipe off visible bugs from stems, top and bottom of leaves, with dish soap solution (2-3 drops of dish soap diluted in 20oz water)
After cleaning LIGHTLY spray leaves (top and under), stems, and topsoil with Neem Oil amzn.to/3b7SZb1.
Repeat once a week until the sign of infestation is gone.
*** I would also recommend using Neem Oil for all your plants as a preventative measure during Spring-Summer or when you have a sick plant at home.
LIGHTLY spray leaves (top and under), stems, and topsoil with Neem Oil once every 2-3 weeks.
Green Luck! 🌱🌱🌱
Where shall buy fiddle fig plant
Hi Homeira,
Best to buy plants locally to avoid any transportation shock and damage.
Check out your local plant shops, greenhouses, garden centers.
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I have a tall fiddle leaf fig and I want to cut it however, am afraid it will die.
Hi!
Pruning Fiddle Leaf Fig is nothing to be afraid of.
Here is the link to a good article about how to do it right: bit.ly/3V8yMar
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Is this plant safe for dogs?
Hi! Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.
It is best to check with ASPCA before buying any plant www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants
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why didn't you use lechuza PON as soil? I thought lechuza pon was the best option for any plant
Hi! Thank you for watching!
You can use PON for all plants but I don't do it for large plants as the pot becomes too heavy and hard to handle/move around.
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You kinda sound like Salma Hayek
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I am not
Do you sell plants?
Hi! Yes. NYC
Online shop: mycityplants.com/
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