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The treatment is similar to treating root rot: you’ll want to make sure your plant’s roots dry out between waterings and that it’s getting plenty of sun. If the damage is not severe, cut off all of the leaves with brown spots and repot your plant with fresh, sterile soil in a container with good […]

Rust is a common fig disease in the South and there is really no cure for it. The only way to stop the rust is to remove the infected leaves and destroy them. Since your plant is so young and all of the leaves are infected, you could possibly lose the plant, before it has […]

Neem oil is an excellent option for treating and preventing pests on Fiddle Leaf Figs. It’s safe to use at home and effective against a wide range of insects. Be sure to keep your Fig out of direct sun after treating it with neem oil, as plants are sensitive to sunlight after a neem oil […]

7 to 8 hours. Fig trees need as much direct sunlight as possible to grow quality fruits. Mature plants require a minimum of 7 to 8 hours of sunlight per day. A fig tree can tolerate partial shade, but full shade and indirect sunlight are terrible for these fruit trees. How much light does a […]

1. Trim off brown leaf tips or spots with clean shears. Cut off only the damaged tips or spots leaving a tiny margin of brown so not to damage the remaining healthy foliage on the plant. Should I remove damaged leaves from fiddle leaf fig? Regularly remove damaged leaves and stems by pruning. Any leaves […]

To prune your fiddle-leaf fig to create a tree form with branching lateral growth, wait until spring or summer – when the plant is actively growing – and make a cut at least six inches down from the tip of the tree. You can save this cutting and propagate it! How do you keep fiddle […]

Complete guide to fiddle-leaf fig care Take care not to under or over-water him. Wait till his soil feels dry, then give him a drink. He loves bright light, but not strong sunlight. Try to keep him out of cold draughts. He loves humidity, so mist him every few days. Clean his leaves to keep […]

To stake your tree, get a bamboo or wooden stake the same length as the trunk and stick it in the soil close to the trunk. Then secure the trunk to the stake with plant tape or ties. Remove the stake every few weeks and when you wiggle to see if the trunk can stand […]

Treating Leaf Curl Leaf curl is most often treated with a fungicide that targets the specific fungus on the trees. The fungicide is applied in autumn, after the damaged leaves have fallen off. Why are the leaves on my fiddle leaf fig curling? Low Humidity The soil will dry out too quickly after watering, causing […]

Your plant was somewhat wilted because of an excessive amount of water in the soil (too much water deprives the roots of oxygen, which limits their ability to function efficiently/normally). This caused the leaves to change their attitude (hang down a little/wilt). Why are my fig leaves pointing up? Often times, when leaves are pointing […]

Fig trees require little pruning. During the dormant season, be sure to remove all dead, diseased, or weak branches to encourage growth. If you have an abundant growth of figs, you can thin the fruit to encourage larger figs. In colder regions, bring container-grown fig trees indoors for the winter. How do you encourage figs […]

Fig trees (Ficus carica), hardy in USDA zones 6 through 11, grow well in areas that provide eight hours of daily sun and moderate winters. Once a fig tree reaches maturity, it can be expected to produce fruit once to twice per year and can continue to fruit for decades. Can you grow figs year-round? […]

It’s thought that figs do best when their roots are slightly restricted. If you’re planting your tree in the ground, dig a planting hole, and then part fill it with well-rotted manure and rubble, to help restrict roots. If you have them, using paving slabs to make a wall around the roots to further restrict […]

Risks of Using Coffee on Fiddle Leaf Fig Plants There are risks to using diluted coffee or coffee grounds on fiddle leaf figs. Directly applying coffee grounds to indoor plant soil can cause excessive moisture retention, fungal overgrowth, and impair plant growth due to over-acidifying the soil. Is coffee ground good for fig tree? Fig […]

The best way to kill a small Fig tree Use an effective herbicide like Roundup, Triclopyr or Ortho in a pump spray bottle. (The furter instructions will be included with the herbicide) Spray the foliage or the leaves of the Fig tree with the preferred compound. Will vinegar kill a fig tree? Vinegar also works […]

On average, a mature fiddle leaf fig tree costs around $100. Depending on age, source, and health, the plants can range from $20 to $250. If you are looking for a fiddle leaf fig tree on a budget, looking at local plant swaps is the best way to go. How long does it take for […]

Fig wood is great for grilling and smoking meats. It’s so sweet and cinnamony that its smoke alone makes you hungry. Use it to cookto cookA cuisine is a style of cooking characterized by distinctive ingredients, techniques and dishes, and usually associated with a specific culture or geographic region. Regional food preparation techniques, customs and […]

Fig LEAF is used for diabetes, high cholesterol, and skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and vitiligo. Some people apply the milky sap (LATEX) from the tree directly to the skin to treat skin tumors and warts. What are figs leaves good for? People use fig fruit for conditions such as constipation and diarrhea. The […]

How To Fix Overwatered Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus Lyrata) When you overwater a Fiddle Leaf Fig, brown patches will spread over the leaves. Instead of repotting with soil alone, put 1 – 2 inches (2.5 – 5cm) of gravel at the bottom of the pot to help with drainage. You should repot your Fiddle Leaf […]

Healthy fiddle leaf fig plants can aggressively grow toward the sun, which means they may get too large or tall for their location. Plants look best when their top leaves are at least 8 to 10 inches below the ceiling, so you will want to remove any growth above that height. Can you cut the […]