Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) care guide
Ficus lyrata
Medium care⚠️ 🐾
Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) (Ficus lyrata) does best when watered about every 7 days. Let the top 2–3 cm of soil dry out before watering again; adjust the rhythm to season and light.
Place it in bright indirect light. Humidity needs are average room, and it appreciates misting roughly every 7 days. The comfortable temperature range is 18–25°C. During the growing season, feed it about every 30 days.
Care difficulty: moderate.
⚠️ Pet safety: Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) is toxic to cats and dogs. Milky sap — irritates mouth and GI tract. Keep it out of reach, and if your pet chews it, contact a vet.
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▸How often should I water Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata)?
About every 7 days. In winter or lower light, stretch the interval; in hot bright rooms, shorten it slightly. Always check the soil first.
▸What light does Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) need?
Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) prefers bright indirect light, with a comfortable range of 18–25°C.
▸Is Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) toxic to cats and dogs?
Yes. Milky sap — irritates mouth and GI tract.
▸How often should I fertilize Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata)?
Roughly every 30 days during spring and summer; pause or halve feeding in winter.
▸Should I mist Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata)?
Yes — it likes average room humidity, so mist about every 7 days or use a pebble tray/humidifier.