Weeping Fig Care

The weeping fig needs a bright room with plenty of indirect sunlight, and perhaps even a little direct sun in the morning. In its native habitat, it is often grown in semi-shady conditions, but indoors it needs good light to thrive. You must find a good, bright spot for it and keep it there.

Where should you place a weeping fig?

It's important to find the right spot for your weeping fig. Choose a place that has bright but indirect light – a position a few feet from a window is ideal. Make sure the plant is not in a draughty spot or close to the heat of a radiator or heater in winter.

Why are the leaves falling off my weeping fig?

Most of the time, when your weeping fig is losing leaves, it's just a normal part of seasonal growth. Just like full-sized trees lose their leaves in the fall, your weeping fig will likely shed some leaves around the same time.

Should I mist a weeping fig?

Dry and hot air can cause it to drop its leaves and also make your plant more susceptible to pest infestations. Increase the humidity by misting the plant occasionally or by placing a humidifier nearby.

How do you make weeping figs bushy?

Push the cutting a few centimeters into fresh potting soil and keep warm and the soil moist. To create a "bushy" look, take several cuttings and grow them together as "one" plant.

Can I put my weeping fig outside?

All About Growing Weeping Figs Outdoors It's pretty ubiquitous in offices, malls, and homes. But it grows equally well – better, actually – outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b to 12b. In cooler zones, plants can be grown in containers and brought indoors when the temperatures drop.

Are fig trees better in pots or ground?

As is the case with most plants, those planted in the ground will grow faster and fruit more than those in containers since the container restricts the root system and keeps the plant smaller. When feeding plants in pots or in the ground, a moderate level of fertilizer is best.

Do fig trees in pots need a lot of water?

Figs require regular watering, especially during the heat of the growing season. Once the top one-two inches of potting mix are dry, apply water until it begins to drain from the bottom of the container. Aim to keep the potting mix consistently moist but not soaked.

How big do weeping figs get indoors?

Leaves growing on the interior and plants kept in darker locations tend to be primarily dark green, while mature leaves and plants exposed to bright light are more yellow. This is a standard-sized weeping fig, so expect it to reach around six feet tall indoors.

How do you promote growth on a weeping fig?

Plant your weeping fig in well-draining soil, and water it only when the top several inches of the soil are dry. Fertilize during the growing season once every two weeks with a half-strength dilution. With weeping fig, as with most of your houseplants, also avoid cold drafts, dry heat, and sudden temperature changes.

Will weeping fig leaves grow back?

So as the days shorten and light intensity decreases outdoors the amount of light reaching your weeping fig indoors also decreases. Fortunately, this plant can lose up to 95% of its leaves and still recover. Adjust your watering and fertilization to match the indoor growing conditions and your plant's needs.

How can you tell if a fig tree is overwatered?

Overwatering Symptoms: Brown spots or brown shaded areas in the middle of the leaves along with around the edges, yellowing leaves, and leaf drop (lower leaves often dropping first). Overwatering is one of the most common Fiddle Leaf Fig problems.

How do I know if my ficus needs water?

Drainage and a watering schedule Water your ficus when the top two to three inches of the soil dries out—you can easily measure this by using the first two knuckles on your finger. The larger the plant, the more water it needs. A plant in a 12-inch pot needs at least 1-1.5 liters of water a week in the summer.

Can you keep a weeping fig small?

Dwarfing a Weeping Fig Tree. Keeping a plant, such as, a tree, in a small pot can be challenging but using some of the techniques of bonsai can help dwarf a plant and keep it small. Regular pruning, both above ground and of the roots, is required. This technique is both an art and a science.

How quickly do weeping figs grow?

If left unpruned, an outdoor weeping fig can grow up to 25 feet tall within just ten years. According to the University of Florida, outdoor trees, left to their own devices, will mature at about 60 feet tall and 60 to 70 feet wide. Once pruned, it will regrow within approximately four weeks.

Can you put Miracle Grow on a fig tree?

Miracle-Gro Performance Organics 7-6-9 Miracle-Gro Performance Organics delivers an exceptional solution when it comes to fertilizing fig trees. Suitable for newly planted figs as well as container plants and mature trees, this granular feed is packed with essential nutrients to see you through the season.

Are coffee grounds good for a fig tree?

Coffee grounds should have a pH between 6.5 and 7.0. Otherwise, they will bring down the soil pH, making it alkaline. Figs prefer a slightly acidic soil. To achieve this, add about a cup of coffee grinds every two weeks.

Is Miracle Grow Potting soil good for fig trees?

Managing soil moisture is critical to success with fiddle leaf figs. Grow plants in Miracle-Gro® Indoor Potting Mix, as it contains coconut coir, which holds and releases water and helps soil easily re-wet.

What kind of pots do fig trees like?

' Fabric aeration pots are the ideal containers for growing fig trees. Not only does the permeable fabric keep the soil well-aerated, it also encourages good root structure. Plus, the portability of lightweight fabric containers makes moving fig trees indoors for the winter a whole lot easier.

Do fig trees like small pots?

A container suitable for planting fig trees in pots should be large. Half whiskey barrels are ideal, but any container large enough to accommodate the root ball plus some growing space is fine. You can always transplant the tree in later years as it outgrows the container.