Fiddle Leaf Fig Care Guide

Fiddle Leaf Figs (Scientific name Ficus Lyrata) are native to south and central Africa, these tall and gorgeous plants are known for their large stunning leaves. These stunning house plants have captivated hobbyist for years. Although they are not the easiest plant to care for with the proper attention and right environment your fiddle leaf will thrive.

Fiddle Leaf Figs in their native environment are massive trees growing upwards of 50 feet tall, in your home in a small pot these plants will not grow that large but they are large indoor plants. They grow up over the forest canopy and soak up the bright direct sun for hours and hours each day. These plants love as much sun as you can give them, place them near a very bright window, giving them up to 6 hours of direct sunlight will keep your fig thriving. A south facing window is usually best.

Keep your Fiddle Leaf Fig away from any vent or draft, they love warm humid environments. You can mist your Fig several times throughout the week if you feel your home is too dry.

Fiddle Leaf Figs love consistent moist soil with a brief and slight dry out period between watering, Make sure your Fiddle Leaf Fig has plenty of drainage and does not sit in water. Water your fig when the top 2inches of the soil are dry, we use a soil moisture meter to check these levels.

Fiddle Leaf Figs, like most ficus varieties, do not care for change and may drop leaves when you first bring it home, don’t worry as this is natural and with the proper care your plant will grow new leaves and start to thrive again. Dropped leaves that have turned brown in the center with yellow on the edges are a common sign of overwatering. Brown crispy spots on your dropped leaves is a sign of not enough light, if your plant was recently moved and drops leaves in this way it will adapt to it’s new environment as long as it is getting bright direct sunlight. If your figs leaves turn downwards and look sad this is a tell tale sign of under watering, give it a good drink and it will be back to normal in about a day or two.

Fertilize your Fig with an indoor plant fertilizer during the spring to fall and follow the instructions on the packet.

Fiddle Leaf Fig’s are in the Ficus family and are toxic, causing mouth irritation, excessive drooling and vomiting. These are not a great choice for households with curious pets or small children.