Problems & Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees

Problems

Discover solutions to your fiddle leaf fig problems from The Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant Resource Center.

There are four main reasons why your fiddle leaf fig is leaning. This is due to improper watering, insufficient light, nutrient deficiency, or inadequate airflow.

4 Reasons Your Fiddle Leaf Fig Is Leaning | How to Fix

Fiddle leaf figs are beautiful trees that can grow very large, very quickly. Indoors, these trees can reach 10 feet tall or even more with adequate light and space. However, if something is off with their environment or care, fiddles can lean or grow crookedly rather than growing straight up. This can put stress on …

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Fiddle Leaf Fig Troubleshooting

Fiddle Leaf Fig Troubleshooting: Sunburn or Not Enough Light?

A common question we see from fiddle leaf fig tree owners is “How much light does my fiddle need?” On that same note, sometimes it’s hard to tell whether your fiddle is getting too much light or not enough. Let’s talk about that in our fiddle leaf fig troubleshooting guide!  Generally, fiddles LOVE light. As …

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Fiddle Leaf Fig Troubleshooting: Small Brown Spots on Mature Leaves

Fiddle Leaf Fig Troubleshooting: Small Brown Spots on Mature Leaves

Fiddle Leaf Fig Troubleshooting: Small Brown Spots on Mature Leaves If you’re experiencing issues with your fiddle leaf fig, our comprehensive guide on fiddle leaf fig troubleshooting can help identify and address common problems. When a fiddle leaf fig isn’t happy, the first place you’ll notice problems is the leaves! Those big beautiful leaves can …

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Red or Brown Spots on Fiddle Leaf Fig New Growth

Red Spots on Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree? Here’s Why (and What to Do)

The number-one indication of a healthy fiddle leaf fig is new growth. So when fresh young leaves appear from the top of your plant, you may feel ecstatic. But wait–what are those tiny red spots on fiddle leaf fig tree new growth? Yes, this is my own plant! See? Even experts can be caught off …

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Fiddle leaf fig brown spots. The condition can be frustrating because it takes a bit of experience to determine what is causing the brown spots on your fiddle leaf fig.

The Ultimate Photo Identification Guide to Fiddle Leaf Fig Brown Spots

One of the most common concerns that fiddle leaf fig owners face is brown spots on the beautiful leaves of their plant. The condition can be frustrating and confusing because it takes a bit of experience to determine what is causing the brown spots on your fiddle leaf fig. It’s important to diagnose the problem …

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Discover what fiddle leaf fig spots mean on your fiddle leaf fig leaves. Download our fiddle leaf fig spot photo guide to help your plant stay healthy!

Fiddle Leaf Fig Spots: Photo Troubleshooting Guide

When fiddle leaf figs are unhappy, it almost always shows up in the leaves first. But what do those weird fiddle leaf fig spots actually mean? Is that discoloration a sign of overwatering or sunburn? Sometimes you just need a photo troubleshooting guide instead of vague descriptions. So we’ve put together this handy photo reference …

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Fiddle Leaf Fig Potting Soil

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We are so excited to officially release our new Premium Fiddle Leaf Fig Potting Soil today! It’s available on Amazon now within the United States. Watch the video below to learn more and save $2 on your first order for a limited time! Fiddle Leaf Fig Potting Soil | What Is It? We worked with top …

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Help your tree bounce back after insects, an infection, after your pet used it as a litter box. Click to read how to treat major fiddle leaf fig problems.

Fiddle Rehab: How to Treat Major Fiddle Leaf Fig Problems

Do you know how to treat major fiddle leaf fig problems? We fiddle leaf fig owners try to do right by our fiddles, but sometimes we don’t get it quite right. Or something happens beyond our control that throws our poor trees into crisis mode! What should you do when this happens? How should you …

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