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• It does look like root rot since the lower leaves are more affected, so you may want to try repotting. This post might help: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/root-rot-in-fiddle-leaf-fig/ Also, it's hard to tell how much light it's getting in that spot, but make sure it gets plenty of bright, indirect sunlight. This will also help it heal from root rot if that's what's going on. I hope that help!
  July 10, 2019

• This post about drooping leaves might help: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/drooping-fiddle-leaf-fig-leaves-5-causes-and-how-to-diagnose/ Also, check for drafts near that window. Extreme temperatures can also cause FLFs to droop and even dry out. I hope that helps!  
  July 9, 2019

• Hi Meli, can you share a description or photos of the issue? It's easier to diagnose that way. In the meantime, this post might help: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/guide-to-fiddle-leaf-fig-brown-spots/
  July 8, 2019

• It could be a little sunburn (especially if it's getting direct sunlight now that the sun has shifted) and it can also be dryness due to the increased temperature. Your FLF might just need a little more water during the summer.
  July 8, 2019

• Looks like it could be an overwatering issue. You may want to try a moisture meter to test to moisture level of the soil.
  July 5, 2019

• It could be bacterial infection because it's affecting leaves all over the tree and not just at the bottom, and it doesn't sound like it's underwatered. It may be picking up bacteria from your sink, so it might be better to water from a clean watering can or bowl. I'd suggest removing the affected leaves if possible and repotting in a larger pot with fresh soil. I hope that helps!
  July 5, 2019

• If it isn't reacting well to the notching and pinching, I'd leave it alone for a little while and see if it starts producing growth on top. If it shows that it's happy enough to grow new leaves, give notching or pinching another try. Good luck!
  July 3, 2019

• They look healthy! This post can help with separating the trees, and this post can help with strengthening the trunks. Good luck!
  July 1, 2019

• Hi Sonya, this post might help! https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/pruning-and-shaping-your-fiddle-leaf-fig-plant/
  July 1, 2019

• It's possible that your trees are having a hard time coping with the dry air, so you may want to set up a humidifier in the room where they live. If the leaves are dropping at all, it could also be a sign that they aren't getting enough water. You may want to invest in a moisture meter to check the water content of the soil and ensure that your trees are getting the right amount of water. This post might help: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/watering-fiddle-leaf-fig-plant/
  July 1, 2019

• It's hard to tell for sure, because the leaves actually look dry, but they're only at the bottom of the plant. The rest of the plant looks great! You may want to poke a wooden stick down into the soil and see if it comes out wet or dry. If it's dry, the plant may be thirsty. If it's wet, you might want to remove those leaves and get some root rot treatment. In the meantime, I'd bring them inside if they can still get good light. That way, you can control the amount of water they get.
  June 24, 2019

• Ideally, a FLF would be able to support itself, so you may want to work on strengthening the trunks (this post has tips: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/how-to-strengthen-and-thicken-a-fiddle-leaf-fig-tree-trunk-video/)  I hope that helps!  
  June 24, 2019

• We can probably rule out root rot if the leaves look okay. It could be dryness, and terracotta tends to pull more moisture from the soil, so keep a close eye on the moisture level, either by poking a wooden stick down into the soil or using a moisture meter.
  June 24, 2019

• Congrats on keeping him healthy for that long! If you'd like to encourage new growth, you can try notching and pinching. This article will show you how to do that: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/fiddle-leaf-fig-notching-101-when-why-and-how-to-encourage-branching-with-before-and-after-pictures/ Make sure you're using a 3-1-2 fertilizer like Fiddle Leaf Fig Food as well so your plant has the nutrients it needs to grow.  
  June 24, 2019

• He might need more lights! If he's not getting enough in that window, you might want to look into grow lights. This post has some recommendations: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/grow-lights-for-your-fiddle-leaf-fig/ You may also find this helpful: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/how-to-fix-fiddle-leaf-fig-stunted-growth/ Good luck!    
  June 24, 2019

• Hi Teresa! It looks like the spots are on the newer leaves, so my guess is edema, which is very treatable and usually fades as the leaf grows. This post has more information about that: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/little-red-or-brown-spots-plaguing-new-growth-on-your-fiddle-leaf-fig-tree-heres-why-and-what-to-do/ It's hard to tell the size of the plant, but 2 quarts might be a little much. I'd also remove it from the nursery container, as those are designed to keep the roots overly dry. This post might help with watering questions: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/watering-fiddle-leaf-fig-plant/  
  June 24, 2019

• The pictures are a little hard to see, so it's hard to be sure. From your description, it sounds like it might need more light. I'd also invest in a moisture meter to check the moisture level in the root ball, or poke a wooden stick all the way into the soil to see if it comes out wet or dry. If it's dry, it might need more water than that.
  June 21, 2019

• It does look more like underwatering than overwatering, but if it's affecting the lower leaves first and the meter is reading moist, it could actually be overwatering. It could possibly be a humidity issue if you live in a very dry climate. This post might help you determine the cause: https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/dry-and-over-watered-fiddle-leaf-fig-plant/
  June 21, 2019

• Hi Charlotte! I don't actually see an attached picture, but yellow leaves usually indicate too much water and not enough light. I also don't recommend misting the leaves, as this can interfere with photosynthesis and respiration. I hope that helps!
  June 21, 2019

• Hmm, it looks like it could be a bacterial infection. This post has some pictures of what that looks like and tips for treating it. https://fiddleleaffigplant.com/guide-to-fiddle-leaf-fig-brown-spots/  
  June 21, 2019