The fashionable indoor tree with enormous, violin-shaped leathery leaves. A striking architectural statement that rewards a bright, draught-free spot and steady routine.
At a glance
- Plant type: Indoor plant
- Mature size: 2.5 m tall
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Fiddle Leaf Fig
Botanically, Ficus lyrata is an moderate-growing indoor plant in the Moraceae family. It reaches around 2.5 m tall at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Fiddle Leaf Fig
Fiddle Leaf Fig suits tropical and subtropical climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Most soils suit Fiddle Leaf Fig provided drainage is reasonable. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Fiddle Leaf Fig is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Fiddle Leaf Fig in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Fiddle Leaf Fig in the garden
Fiddle Leaf Fig earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Fiddle Leaf Fig with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and tropical climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Fiddle Leaf Fig
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