How to water the fiddle-leaf fig

How to water the fiddle-leaf fig

Determine the amount of watering according to the season

As a tropical and subtropical plant, Ficus microcarpa is in its peak growth season in spring and summer, with a large growth volume. Therefore, it requires more water during this period. Therefore, it is necessary to increase the amount of watering appropriately to give the Ficus microcarpa plant sufficient water. At this time, it is necessary to increase the amount of watering appropriately while watering. In autumn and winter, you should reduce the amount of watering appropriately to meet the needs of the plants.

Determine water requirements based on potting soil conditions

When watering the fiddle-leaf fig, mainly look at the soil in the pot. When you find that the soil in the pot begins to turn white or cracks appear, you can water it. If not, do not water it. Especially when it feels damp, you must not water it. You must adhere to the principle of watering after the soil is dry.

Determine water requirement based on leaf condition

For indoor potted plants, sometimes even if the surface soil is extremely dry, there may be water accumulation at the bottom. At this time, you can judge whether they need water based on whether the leaves are drooping. In this way, you can summarize the experience of watering cycles.

Precautions for watering fiddle-leaf fig

Although Ficus microcarpa is a tropical plant that likes moisture, it cannot be watered in large quantities, otherwise water will accumulate, the roots will rot and the plant will die. Water if it is dry, don’t water if it is not dry. In addition, in summer, more watering is needed because indoor water evaporates quickly, while in winter, the plants cannot be seriously dehydrated because the indoor air-conditioning is relatively dry.

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