FIDDLE LEAF FIG

GETTING STARTED

Step 1 - Unwrap your new fiddle leaf fig cutting and place cut end directly into a glass jar filled with room temperature water to hydrate. If the cut end looks dried out, you can re-cut slightly it so it has a fresh entry to drink water.

Step 2 - Be patient…Wait until it grows roots! Fiddle leaf figs are the longest to propogate and estimate around 1-2 months depending on how warm it is.

Step 3 - Find a well-draining pot and fill with house plant soil. Plant the roots into the soil and water. Let drain and follow care guide below.

Happy Planting!

LIGHT

Fiddle leaf figs prefer lots of bright, filtered light. Keep your fiddle leaf fig near a sunny, east-facing window so it can take in lots of sunshine throughout the day. For optimal fiddle leaf fig care, rotate your plant every few months when you notice it reaching for the light. Wipe down your fiddle leaf fig treeʼs leaves once a week to keep them free of dust and to help the plant efficiently absorb more sunlight. This is especially important for this plant since its large leaves are prone to dust.

SOIL

This plant can well with ordinary potting soil if it is not over-watered, but prefers a soil that drains well. Mixing a small amount of sand into commercial potting soil is ideal.

WATER

Wait for the top inch of your fiddle leaf fig treeʼs soil to dry before you pick up your watering can. Lukewarm or room temperature water works best since cold water can put plants into shock. Fiddle leaf figs like thorough waterings, but do not like to sit in water. To prevent this, let the water completely drain out from the bottom and ensure the potʼs tray or saucer is dry. Fiddle leaf fig watering can be a little hard to get the hang of at first, but you can prevent watering issues if you familiarize yourself with its watering warning signs.

TEMPERATURES

Any of the species of wandering Jew plant will thrive at temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit, but will also do fine in warmer temperatures. However, below 50 degrees Fahrenheit, the leaves may become discolored or damaged. High humidity promotes lush growth and shiny foliage, so it is a good idea to mist the plant regularly.

PLANT FOOD

The plant doesn't require much, if any, feeding. At most, use a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength, applied bimonthly. More aggressive feeding can cause the plant's leaves to lose their variega- tion.

ADDITIONAL CARE

Poisonous but non-lethal sap causes skin irritation and burning of the mouth if ingested. Best practice is always to keep houseplants out of reach of small children and pets.