How to Treat and Prevent These 4 Common Fiddle Leaf Fig Diseases
You might run into one or more of these common fiddle leaf fig diseases and conditions at some point. It’s important to recognize them and know how to treat them!
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Can It Be Saved? When to Give Up on a Fiddle Leaf Fig
We’ve received this question a lot through our email account and our Facebook group: Can my fiddle leaf fig tree be saved? The interesting thing is, the fiddle leaf figs in question range from fairly healthy-looking plants with a few spots to a completely dried-out stick. At what point is a fiddle leaf fig beyond …
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Fiddle Leaf Fig Troubleshooting: Sunburn or Not Enough Light?
A common question we see from fiddle leaf fig 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 tropical …
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Fiddle Leaf Fig Troubleshooting: Small Brown Spots on Mature Leaves
When a fiddle leaf fig isn’t happy, the first place you’ll notice problems is the leaves! Those big beautiful leaves can give us clues about our fiddle’s well-being, so it’s important to get good at fiddle leaf fig leaf troubleshooting. And today, we’re going to talk about an issue that often mystifies fiddle leaf fig …
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Do Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees Smell?
Do Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees Smell? Before you purchase a plant for your home, you may want know if it is going to have a certain smell. Maybe you are allergic, or sensitive to smells. Or you just do not want to have an odor in your house from a plant. It’s important to know …
Fiddle Leaf Fig Care A Complete Guide
Fiddle leaf fig care can be complex and overwhelming, especially if you are a first-time plant owner. But never fear! This article will teach you everything you need to know about caring for these beautiful plants. Good fiddle leaf fig care makes your plant stronger and more resistant to disease. But poor care creates a …
Little Red or Brown Spots Plaguing New Growth on Your 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 the new growth of your fiddle leaf fig? Yes, this is my own plant! See? Even experts can be …
What to Do if Your Fiddle Leaf Fig Is Dropping Leaves
One of the first and most common signs of trouble in a fiddle leaf fig tree is dropping leaves. Ficus plants, in general, are prone to leaf loss when they’re stressed, but for the ficus lyrata (fiddle leaf fig), dropping leaves means the plant needs help quickly. Because fiddle leaf fig leaves are so large, …
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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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What Causes Brown Spots on Fiddle Leaf Fig Leaves? (And How to Treat Them Quickly)
Brown spots on fiddle leaf fig leaves can be frustrating and confusing. It’s disheartening to see brown spots spoiling the beautiful large green leaves of your ficus lyrata. What’s worse, brown spots on fiddle leaf fig leaves can be difficult to treat if you don’t know what is causing them. There are actually four main …
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Is Your Fiddle Leaf Fig Dying?
Assessing the health of your fiddle leaf fig regularly is important. If your fiddle leaf fig has brown spots, dropping leaves, or isn’t growing at all, you may be asking yourself, “Is my fiddle leaf fig dying?” Plant-Raising Philosophy First, it is helpful to identify what your plant-raising philosophy is. Fiddle leaf figs are incredibly …
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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Announcing Our New Premium Fiddle Leaf Fig Potting Soil! (Video)
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! What Is It?We worked with top fiddle leaf fig growers, soil experts, and …
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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 do you …
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How to Buy a Plant Online and What to Do When It Arrives
Buying a plant online does not have to be scary! Click to watch the video and read below for the top 10 tips on how to buy a plant online and what to do when it arrives. Buying plants online is a safe and easy way to grow your houseplant collection. There are some things …
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How to Get Rid of Fungus Gnats on Fiddle Leaf Fig Plants
Keeping pests away from your fiddle leaf fig might feel like an endless battle. All houseplants are potential breeding grounds for insects, and fiddles are susceptible to pests like spider mites, mealybugs, and scale. Another insect you might notice bugging your fiddle leaf fig is the fungus gnat. And gnats on your fiddle leaf fig …
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What to Do if Your Fiddle Leaf Fig Leaves Have Holes
When it comes to fiddle leaf figs, the first signs of problems will almost always show up in the leaves. If your fiddle is unhappy, you might notice drooping leaves, brown spots, yellowing, strange speckles, or a whole host of other issues. But what if your leaves have holes? Lots of different things can cause …
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How to Get Rid of Fungus in Fiddle Leaf Fig Soil
Do you know how to get rid of fungus in fiddle leaf fig soil? Were you aware that your soil could even get fungus? Has this happened to you? You go to water your fiddle and notice mushrooms growing in the potting. Or maybe you see white mold growing on top of your soil. Or …
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