The fiddle-leaf fig, a popular houseplant on social media for over five years, makes a stunning addition to any room or garden with its tall, violin-shaped leaves and tropical roots, though it can be tricky for beginners to care for.
The fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) is the “it” houseplant on social media. After five years, it is still dominating social media, and it is easy to see why!
Fiddle-leafs are perfect focal points for your room and your garden. You can set them in floor-standing pots. These plants can grow to at least 6 feet tall, with some specimens even reaching 10 feet. So ensure you have plenty of space for this lush new houseplant. They are fast growers and can be potted at any point in the year as they outgrow their current containers.
The fiddle leaf features large, heavily veined, violin-shaped leaves that grow upright. They are native to tropical parts of Africa. As a result, they thrive in warm, wet conditions. They can be challenging for novice plant owners, especially when it comes to duplicating the ideal, steamy conditions.
Fiddle (a smaller fruit tree) with flowers that taste like lemon and green leaves resembling grass, Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree is an extremely easy plant to grow indoors. If you love the outdoors, then you will love this specimen in your garden as it is full of colour. However, you must be aware of how to look after a Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree if you want it to survive the harsh outdoor environment.
Good Fiddle-Leaf Fig tree care makes your plant much more resilient and healthier, and bad care leads to a downward spiral of brown patches and disease. There are some essential but simple steps to successfully taking care of your Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree. By taking proper care of your plants, you ensure that their lives are full of colour and joy as they blossom in all colours of the rainbow all season long. In addition, by providing adequate nutrients, you will maintain the health and vibrant features of these beautiful fiddle-leaf fig trees.
One of the easiest ways to make sure that Fiddle-Leafs stays healthy is by providing them with regular doses of fertilizers every two weeks. Also, by ensuring adequate light and water to each plant, pests also have no place near this tree. Lastly, make sure not to let your plants dry out completely because this can lead to cracking and leaf discolouration. By taking heed to these basic tips, you will enjoy a healthy plant throughout the year.
Fiddle-leafs are relatively tough plants that can withstand a “less-than-perfect” environment. Aumann’s Garden Supplies carries a range of gorgeous fiddle-leaf figs for your home. Come in store to choose your perfect plant from our range today!
We have a large range of indoor plants that are stocked regularly, but availability may vary depending on the season.
