Large ficus lyrata - fiddle leaf fig - in front of concrete wall

Fiddle leaf fig branch in front of sunny window

Ficus lyrata "Fiddle Leaf Fig" standard form 14"

Ficus Lyrata, commonly known as "Fiddle Leaf Fig", is the perfect indoor specimen plant especially if you like big showy leaves. Although it won't provide you with an edible fig, it still has a lot to give by way of stature. Natively grown in lowland tropical rainforests. Leaves can vary in shape between plants but mostly resemble, you guessed it — a fiddle. This plant has been trained in to a standard tree form with a single trunk. Arbor may be dense or showing some branching.

Light - full to part sun
Watering - dry down 20-25%
Soil - potting mix

Images are used for general reference only. The size and shape of each plant will vary.

Ficus lyrata

AKA: “Fiddle Leaf Ficus”

LIGHTING: Ficus lyrata prefer at least a few hours of direct sun, or all-day filtered direct sunlight. They do not thrive in low-light conditions and can burn if they get too much direct sun.

WATERING: Water only when the top 15-20% of the soil feels dry, but it’s a good habit to at least check once a week, though it may not need water every week. When it is time to add water, add just enough to evenly moisten the soil without the soil becoming soggy or water-logged.

ENVIRONMENT: Prefers a warm and humid environment with plenty of light. Do not place it near an excessively drafty window or close to AC units or heat sources. Misting can be beneficial in the winter if the air is drier, as can a humidifier nearby. Focus misting when needed on new growth when emerging to prevent distorted leaves.

TOXICITY: Toxic to cats and dogs. Not necessarily poisonous, just not edible.

HELPFUL HINTS:

If the leaves begin to droop and become floppy, it probably means the plant needs water.
Fertilize gently once in the spring and a few times throughout the summer. Once a year, add a fresh top layer of nutrient-rich soil.

Ficus do not like frequent environmental changes; allow it to settle in one spot.
Printable Care Sheet

Delivery

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We will either use a third party delivery service or our own in house driver at our discretion.
Deliveries will be anytime between the hours of 11-6 on the day selected. While we can not guarantee specific time frames, we will do our best to accommodate your preference of timeframe if noted.
If it is a residential delivery with no doorman, we will reach out to the recipient to arrange delivery prior to scheduling.
All deliveries are curbside. Driver will not set and place inside home or business.
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Pick Up

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Shipping

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We will normally get your package out within 3 business days.
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