Ficus Lyrata Care Guide
Your Statement Indoor Tree, Made Easy
🌞 Light Needs
Bright, indirect daylight is the sweet spot.
Place your Ficus near a window with filtered sun, think sheer curtains, east or north light, or a bright corner.
Avoid harsh, direct rays that can burn the large leaves.
Tip: If the light is too weak, the plant will stop producing new leaves and become leggy.
💧 Watering
Water only when the top 3–5 cm of soil dries.
Ficus lyrata prefers a consistent routine but hates soggy soil.
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Water evenly until water drains out.
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Empty the saucer.
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Reduce watering in winter.
Overwatering signs: brown patches, dropping lower leaves
Underwatering signs: crispy edges, drooping
🪴 Soil & Potting
Use a well-draining indoor mix (Bozor’s Indoor Mix is perfect).
A chunky blend with peat/coir + perlite ensures roots can breathe.
Repot every 1–1.5 years into a slightly larger pot.
Choose a pot with drainage holes.
🌿 Humidity
Fiddle leaf figs love moderate to high humidity.
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Place near other plants
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Use a tray with pebbles
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Mist occasionally with Canopy Mist for a glossy finish
Avoid placing it under A/C vents.
🌡️ Temperature
Ideal range: 18–26°C
Protect it from cold drafts, heaters, or sudden temperature changes.
✂️ Pruning & Growth
To keep your Ficus lush:
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Remove damaged or lower yellowing leaves
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Wipe leaves weekly to improve light absorption
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Rotate the pot every 1–2 weeks to keep growth balanced
For height control: prune the top slightly to encourage branching.
🪰 Common Issues
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Brown spots: overwatering or low light
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Falling leaves: sudden temperature change
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Crispy tips: underwatering or low humidity
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White dust (mealybugs): clean with Canopy Mist routine
🌱 Fertilizing
Feed every 14 days during the growing season with Plant Habibi Vital Drops or Micro Drops.
Skip fertilizing in winter.
🏡 Where to Place It
Perfect for:
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Living rooms
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Entryways
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Bedrooms with good light
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Home offices
Treat it like a living sculpture — it instantly elevates any space.
Final Notes from Bozor
Ficus lyrata looks like a high-maintenance plant, but with the right light and a steady routine, it becomes one of the most rewarding indoor trees.
If your Ficus drops a leaf or two… it’s normal. Stay consistent, and it will flourish.