Fiddle Leaf Fig Care Guide! 🌿 // Garden Answer

[@colleenrobison4070]

I have a FLF plant that I received as a gift in May of 1978. It has moved with me many times, been cut back a couple times to fit in my house, and been in various states of health, and still it lives. It is one of my treasures . Thanks for the info.

[@allysonh6410]

WOW! 🙌🙌

[@bluedeveraux186]

Must be nice, lol I'm on my 4th one with in a year. Hoping it makes it and thrives

[@StarrButler]

I'd love to see a pic of your plant

[@colleenrobison4070]

@@StarrButler I don’t think I can upload photo here. But could on messenger don’t know your handle.

[@serenayflamenca]

Wow!

[@loladane2376]

Just got one free today (didn't know what it was🤣), so thanks Laura!! See, even a 3 year old video is still helping people.

[@rushelc]

I watched 10 videos before this one and I was still at a lost. This was by far the absolute best! All the information I was looking for plus a whole lot more all rolled into one video that wasn’t 30 min long! I liked and subscribed! Thank you for making!

[@carolynmareck5112]

Laura...a few years ago, I started occasionally wiggling my fiddle leaf fig trees because they were leaning pretty badly...it strengthened them up so nicely, and they’re growing straighter...I believe it mimicked wind/breeze, and the trees decided they needed to be stronger in order to withstand it!

[@shyris466]

I don't know why I never thought of that, but that's brilliant. Kind if like running fans for seedlings. Gonna have to start wiggling my tree houseplants. Thank you so much for the tip!

[@eMmaTaYtAy1]

This works!!! Mine grow super straight because of this

[@twobluestripes]

Do you grab the pot and wiggle that? Grab it by the trunk or branch and wiggle that? Never would have thought of this but it’s awesome

[@eMmaTaYtAy1]

@@twobluestripes grab the trunk and wiggle!! I guess pot would also work? It depends on how big yours is. Mine is 6 ft so I just pinch the stem and give her a good wiggle every other day

[@carolynmareck5112]

@@twobluestripes ...I believe any of those would work, but I just take a light hold on the middle of the tree, about half way up, and just gently wave it back and forth for like 15-20 seconds every few days, until it starts to respond! 😁

[@michellerenshaw3058]

I rescued one from the Death Row Rack at Lowes last summer. It was broken and dried up but it’s looking so good now! This is perfect timing as I need to get it out of it’s nursery can and properly care for it

[@dianajean4837]

Laughing - it is the Death Row Rack 😂

[@michellerenshaw3058]

@@dianajean4837 some of my best scores are from that Rack of Doom!

[@kellymorgan8624]

I have been watching Garden Answer every day for a year as of this month. I'm still excited everyday to see what's next!

[@acerpalmatum6446]

Same for me...after 5 years! 😂

[@kellyclackum1310]

Me 3

[@skygarcia6562]

I just got into gardening and now im obsessed

[@JessicaJoiner1524]

Same here!!! I found them right when lock down started last year and have fallen in love with gardening!!

[@deb7639]

"Here we are with our nice big cutting," Holy Moly!!! Your green thumb is amazing, Laura.

[@RC-mc6rc]

I have been propagating string of pearls in water to share with my friends. I discovered that if I use a clear glass container they develop roots twice as fast! So this vase is definitely a better option!

[@KimberlyDurrMusic]

🌓 I have three of these amazing plants and they are growing so great, I water all my plants with a cap full of castor and a tablespoon of sea moss to a warm gallon of filtered water and they are growing like crazy. I have cut some leaves of my smaller fiddle and put in the same same water I use to water my plants and the roots are amazing on them. I love plants and I decided to have a plant nursery in Florida, we are in Alabama now but, moving soon to Florida and I can’t wait to share our space, one of my best friends work at a plant nursery in Alabama and have decided to move with us to help me start my plant nursery. Thanks so much for sharing, looking forward to seeing more wonderful videos.🙋🏾‍♀️💞🦋

[@disneyjenn1671]

How exciting. I’m in Alabama and my fiddle figs grow great also

[@samanthatorres9517]

Is that castor oil?

[@KimberlyDurrMusic]

@@disneyjenn1671 🌓 thats so cool. 🦋

[@KimberlyDurrMusic]

@@samanthatorres9517 🌓 yes. It cost on $2-3.00 at Walmart, very inexpensive, but it’s one of the best things to give to your plants, put a cap full in a gallon of warm filter water. Ferns loves this especially, but like I said I water all my plants with this. I hope this helps out.🦋

[@IjeomaThePlantMama]

Never heard of castor oil for plants! I'll have to research that. I have a ton of it for my hair and skin so I'd love to try it! And is the sea moss in powder form?

[@suziethompson8440]

I recently rescued a fiddle leaf fig from the clearance rack at Lowe’s. It was suffering when I planted it, but seems to be on the mend. Thank you for the helpful information.

[@forexercises]

There's lots of adventure to be had in the clearance rack at Lowes

[@thinqaboutit5301]

the clearance rack at lowes is honestly where it's at. i get almost all my plants from the clearance rack. i love those dead little babies.

[@phyllispillmon690]

I did the same thing…😃😃😃

[@Neyobe]

I don’t have a fiddle leaf fig, but after I clicked this video I instantly want to get one

[@keithpugh7538]

They can be expensive and difficult to keep looking good like the ones she has

[@kim-is9tq]

I don't have one either.. but probably will have one by the weekend! I saw that Home Depot just got them in stock with many sizes available to choose from.

[@Mxl976-x8v]

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[@mariechilds8427]

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[@yesilovee90]

Same!!! Lol only because now I feel like I at least know the basics of how to properly care for it! Lol 🥳👌🏽🙏🏼

[@remediosgregorio9354]

Your fiddle fig tree must love their environment as they are beautiful!

[@demasters]

We’ve had the same fiddle leaf fig since the late 1960s that has moved with us from TX>WI>VA>VT>NY>NC. I hope it remains a North Carolinian for the rest of my life! Throughout its +50-year life, it’s done very well through being cut back almost to soil level (for rides in moving vans or in times of stress - as when boy across the street ca. 1970 attacked the leaves with his new pocket knife!) and seems to thrive being pot-bound. We’ve taken numerous cuttings for family members over the years who have wanted their own to nurture. It’s certainly tolerant of the range of conditions and treatment we’ve thrown at it and is very much a member of our family!

[@brittanyg6796]

Wow, you brought those plants home 3-4 years ago? I guess I've been subscribed to you for 3-4 years then. I remember you uploading that video!!

[@Neyobe]

Time flies ⏰ 👼 huh

[@AnnieG16]

This video inspired me to finally cut off some of the tall branches on my fiddle leaf fig and attempt to root them. Glad to see even Laura felt nervous making the big cuts!

[@cherylmiller2334]

I purchased a Fiddle leaf plant ( small) about 12 " tall. I separated it as it was so full. In (1) year , they are both 6' tall. Keep them under my patio and they are thriving. Easiest plant to grow. Thanks for sharing all the information. Take care. 🤍

[@jchowlikescats]

Those are probably the most flawless Fiddles I've ever seen

[@joannabraun6785]

Right!!! I've seen so many , and huge ones too....but they all have sunburn or edema. Her's are a great size and have amazing color😍

[@mariand7]

I always use olive oil to shine the leaves..works like a charm, something my mother did as her mother....easy for me as olive oil is a o production here in Crete 😁

[@priscillavelez9555]

I appreciate you leaving in the videographer even when something goes wrong and explain it fix it and keep going. I like the reality of the videos. Thank you!

[@hopequattlebaum2985]

The fiddle leaf fig video 3 years ago was how I found you! I have watched essentially every video since then.💜

[@aleisterbroodryk4263]

same

[@a1hindes]

Well, that was timely! I just came by two giant and very sad fiddle leaf figs that I'm planning to prune, propagate, and rehab. Thanks, Laura!

[@disneyjenn1671]

I had a fiddle leaf fig for two years and moved it one year for Christmas and forgot to water it for two months. It dropped ALL its leaves. I cut the tall trunks down thinking it was dead and put it out behind the garage to throw away. I walked out about two months later and there were new leaves!!! It’s been back inside for the winters and outside in the summer ever since. Looks much healthier and happier now.

[@a1hindes]

@@disneyjenn1671 So cool!

[@lindalisella9825]

Absolutely love the time-stamp format. I also like that you spotlighted just one plant. There was a lot of information. Focusing on one plant and adding the times-stamp was a huge help. Many thanks

[@cherylschumacher1832]

Awe, your first video on fiddle leaf fig care was how I found Garden Answer in 2019. By the way my fiddle is doing wonderful, lives outside all summer and gets its own little greenhouse and heater in the winter. Thank you for all your knowledge and inspiration ❤️

[@miabergstrom1088]

Forgot two figs in the greenhouse (not heated) in the end of the autumn cause I got sick. I live in Delsbo, in Hälsingland, Sweden in cold climate and we still have a real georgious winter. Now it's 2°-6°C outside during the days and we still got 30-40 cm of snow in the ground and have minusdegrees during the night. Started to clean up a bit in there and Wow!! My two figs are budding up in there in the cold!! We had -25 this winter for weeks and they stayed alive. -wow!! The have been staying in the sand at the floor all this time. I'm so happy! 👏👏👏 Now I've been watering them with snow that can melt with help from the luxurious sun we got during the days and I will be checking them every day. Thank you for the best channel! /Mia

[@seaverino5346]

I just got a fiddle leaf fig , and I’m scared of killing it! I’m gonna try my best after watching your video ! 🥹

[@Yrutnec1]

What a wonderful Lesson ---- sure don't have a lot of money after watching cause my wish list keeps growing --- but the plants bring me so much JOY!

[@terricolberg4636]

Thank you Laura for info! I just sent your video to my daughter as she is trying to make a home for her second FLF 🙏she recently purchased. My husband and I have watched you since you lived and gardened in the back yard in your former home. Also we’ve enjoyed how you and Aaron and your sweet family have grown and expanded, and I love when you and your sister and mom get together !!! 😊 You and your family are so much fun to watch, but all your hard work gardening and filming is work and is appreciated by so many! Thank you for sharing your all🥰 ❤❤❤from FLA🏝️

[@videorocketzmillar007milla5]

🎉 Thanks 💓 for the tips..got mine today its about 3 feet. Transferred to another bigger pot, added some fish emulsion with warm water, and its under a plant lamp to get happy. Itscreally beautiful and I will keep it indoors. Now I have to get its own stand 🎉

[@judymckerrow6720]

Oh my goodness, that hurt ME when you cut the top off your beautiful fiddy fig. I know it’s a fiddle leaf fig but just had to say it. Great information! Someday maybe I’ll try one again, but I’m a seriously under waterer so maybe not. I have to check my plants a couple of times a week because we’re so dry here when the heat is running and I have approximately 200 plants to take care of so it’s a chore for sure. Thank you Ms. Laura💚🙃

[@ritasicari7518]

Wow! 200 plants. Do you have a sunroom or are they scattered around your house? You must get good light. I have both a front and back porch so I don't get the greatest light and am always looking for low-light plants.

[@judymckerrow6720]

@@ritasicari7518 I have two bakers racks full in my family room plus a corner table. An end table by my chair housing some that are small and need a little bit of extra attention. In my dining room I have a bay window full of plants plus an old computer stand with plants on it. In my kitchen my window ledge is full of plants, I have three windows lined up in a row so it gives me a lot of space, plus I have some on my counter. In my living room I have large tropicals on a large folding table. The plants in my family room have supplemental lighting also the plants on the old computer stand has supplemental lighting. I guess the plants on the bay also have supplemental lighting because a huge tree blocks a lot of the natural sunlight. I couldn’t grow what I do without the supplemental lighting that’s for sure. All of the lights in my home have led light bulbs in them so basically wherever there’s a light source I can grow plants. We also have a built in hutch that I’m going to be adding lights to so I can start a collection of African violets. With me where’s there’s a will there’s a way. Haha. Good luck to you with your plants, I just tell everyone I’m a plant junkie💚🙃

[@suzi_in_zone6B]

Fiddy is my FLF’s name. 😆💚

[@terriamaya2896]

Laura, I’ve been a long time viewer and every new season you always keep me encouraged, but I must confess that I’m throwing the towel in! I have failed to keep anything alive indoors OR outdoors for that matter, should I just give up or do you have words of encouragement. I mean I have tried almost everything and I go back to your videos to see if I missed something, but of no avail😞🤦🏻‍♀️💔🤷🏻‍♀️

[@RichGardenLife]

Wow 🤩 your fig is huge I have one myself but it’s tiny, anyway thanks for all the tips 💚💚.

[@josiejunebug6370]

I just got a fiddle leaf. Been watching for years. Thank you for your genuineness and smile🙏🏻❤️

[@AJsGreenThumbLLC]

Good Morning Laura, beautiful fig leaf plants. They grow fairly quickly it seems so I definitely need to stay on top of it before any issues arise. It's such a beautiful and lush plant. Thanks for the tips!

[@GSarma]

I just gone one with just 4 leaves. Yours is so amazing. Thank you for all tips

[@Gorgeouscorliss]

I just bough a Fiddle Leaf Fig yesterday I hope I have as much luck with mine as you did with yours.

[@jennjonesforever]

Thank you so much for the detailed guide you gave for this beautiful plant. I just purchased my first one and felt completely in the dark of how to care for her. Now I feel confident that I can give her a good home.

[@rulu3345]

I’m pretty sure that your first fiddle/fig video is how I found your channel 3 or 4 years ago. I’ve been learning from and being entertained by your videos ever since!

[@pongop]

Thanks for the excellent guide. Beautiful plants!

[@oralisperez627]

Thank you so much for this video! Super informative without trying to sell me anything. Thank you, THANK YOU from a new fiddle mama ❤️❤️🥲 so excited to grow my baby!

[@cookiescott2165]

Laura Great info. Love all your videos no matter when they were filmed. Thank you. ❤❤❤❤

[@tanyathomas77]

This is such a great video. I recently purchased a fiddle leaf and had no clue how to care for it. This video is so informative. Thank you for the time stamps and getting straight to the point.

[@sukaur1]

Thanks for sharing. Would really appreciate an update video on the propogation, their root system, time it took and if there is anything else that needs to be kept in mind

[@lauriesickles5393]

For me it took about a month or so to see roots form. Planted the propigation up and it's doing great.

[@sukaur1]

Thanks for the help. Did you have to change the water frequently?

[@kellyclackum1310]

Absolutely gorgeous big leaves, I just love them & with the info from this video...I'm ready to get me a fiddle fig tree.

[@tilaramonroe3567]

Loved this video! I have been a little intimidated about adding a Fiddle Leaf to my collection, but you explained everything so well, I feel pretty confident. Heading out the door to find a Fiddle Leaf! Have a wonderful day and Hugs from SC! 🌻👩🏼‍🌾🌻

[@merlynespadas7973]

Right on time!! I just bought this plant 🪴I was wandering what do I need to know to take care of it. And you came to solve the problem. Thank you😊

[@wynorawishum5860]

Very helpful. Your fiddle leaf fig plants are beautiful!!

[@debbiemacy3840]

Your fiddle leafs are beautiful!! I already killed one. But got another about a month ago and am trying again. This video just in the nick of time.

[@bbrosser694]

You've presented a detailed and thorough program for Fiddle Leaf Fig plants, and I thank you very much!

[@jameswheeler7679]

Outstanding video: Just did some cutting's last week waiting patiently for the magic to happen: thanks for sharing your information and happy indoor gardening to you.

[@RBrownPs]

fiddle leaf fig trees are beautiful! It would be amazing to see these trees in their natural environment. It must be amazing. 🌳🙂 Wow! Very nice.

[@rintuvarghese3778]

Thanks Laura for this video!! I've been waiting for an update for a couple of years! Could you please post and update the video when the roots grow out of the cutting and planting?

[@crystlehernandez2872]

Yours are beautiful. My daughter has a couple so I forwarded your video to her. Thank You Laura❤️

[@teresamurphy633]

Laura I’m so happy I found you & this impactful information! Immediately subscribed. I’ve wanted one of these for so long but was hesitant because I really had no knowledge about them. I would go to home decor stores and consider buying the I’m almost embarrassed to say 😞fake ones. Just couldn’t do it , I really enjoy having the real thing ,plant’s makes a house a home . I think they’re so beautiful and beneficial as well! Will definitely be purchasing one! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge! Your a great teacher, thanks again. Happy planting 👩🏽‍🌾🪴

[@laurenkwh]

I have a tall, lanky fiddle leaf fig and was the hesitant to trim it for fear of messing it up. You gave me the confidence to trim it back and propagate it. Thanks for that!

[@samanthamariah7625]

This video is so helpful. I am grateful. Thank you so much!!!

[@BMeccia05]

Just purchased my first Fiddle Leaf. Your video was very straight forward and easy to understand. Thank you for the info.

[@dbl_del]

If you add timestamps in the description, your video will automatically break up into chapters, making it easier for the viewers to jump to and rewatch specific topics. Make sure to start with 00:00 or the feature won't work.

[@leesaaugustine1444]

That one fig has grown & looks like it is doing well! All the figs are looking good! Excellent information on caring for figs! 😃🌿

[@rachelfrachel4696]

After watching this video, I decided i could handle a fiddle leaf fig. I went to Home Depot, did some of my best leaf inspection, and got one! I am so excited about my new plant! Thank you for the confidence and helpful care information!

[@susienajaryan9006]

I just bought a fiddle leaf fig plant from Ralph’s, which is about 4 ft tall for $12!!! I’m so excited. It is alittle beat up, 2 leaves are for sure burnt because of lack of water.. and 2 have holes in them… otherwise I’m so excited! This is my first plant project. I can’t wait to see its growth! I will be using all the tips you gave🙏🏻😊

[@budoneof15]

I really needed this guide. My Fig doesn’t look any thing like yours. My leaves are definitely not as deep green. I will try these suggestions. Thanks Laura. Love this channel.

[@russianagent9175]

Every video i wake up to, i get this urge to get up and do what you're doing. Just so happens i was worried about a fiddle leaf fig not as happy as its sister 🌱

[@tamirule4216]

Thank you so much for this video ,it has helped me more than so many others that I have watched👍🏻

[@ilg212]

Thank you for this video! my fiddle leaf figs are in bad shape and this answered a lot of my questions.

[@suziequeue7187]

O.M.G. Talk about timing 🤯 found my fiddle leaf flopped over last night 🥺 from lack of water 🤦🏼‍♀️ sooooo mad at myself! She’s better this morning though YAY. Thank you for the refresher on fiddle leaf plants Laura❣️ yours are beautiful and I hope mine grow up to be as beautiful 🤩🌻

[@janenejones2036]

I got a ff from a friend, and really haven’t known how to take care of it, just not to overwater! And keep it in one place, they don’t like to be moved around, right? Thanks for all the info, once again you have saved the day! Off to the nursery to get some leaf shine! I know some people hate it, but I want to try it and I trust Bonide after seeing you use all the products in your vlogs.

[@kimlee5921]

You taught me things about this plant because I have killed two of them and have been afraid to get another. You have given me information and confidence to try at it again!!! Thank you!!!

[@emilymarlow2624]

The captions read "fiddly fig" which I find most appropriate. ☺️

[@kyrad6543]

My mom always calls it her Fiddle-dee fig.

[@asianangie7209]

I swore off fiddle leaf but now your making me want to try again! Yours are beautiful!

[@lowe-quay-shush]

Live in an Apt. I rescued a sad Fiddle Tree from Dumpster with 2 leaves. Beautiful & 29 + leaves now. Glad I never got on internet for care guide. I've done everything wrong: when/how to replant, fertilize ect. My Fiddle Tree is thriving on porch outside facing north in a shady courtyard.

[@mrsbell100]

Just bought this one thanks for the info...so far so good!

[@RevAcres01]

Beautiful plant I look forward to giving this one a try. Great video.🌿

[@leaftownvlog]

Such a big Fiddle Leaf

[@feliciacardone8900]

So big, beautiful and healthy. I don't have one, I'm now tempted to get one. Thank you, Laura❣

[@adz5bneweng589]

Great instructional video! Thank you. I've killed a few fiddle leaf figs, but, after your video, I feel confident enough to give it another try.

[@gizziejubilee]

Laura you have taught me sooo much actually everything I know about gardening when I'm about to do something I reference back to what you said or did and feel like a pro so thank you 😁

[@georgemohr7532]

Wow! What a well done video. No BS to wade through to get to the meat. I checked to make sure it will not be toxic for my cockatiel, it is not. So there will soon be a fiddle leaf fig in my home.

[@herminiahernandez5527]

What a comprehensive video! Thank you.

[@tinam9844]

I was looking at these plants the other day, but thought they might be high maintenance lol. You're video has changed my mind, now I will get a couple, thank you.

[@jeromeqian993]

So beautiful seeing some bold, massive leaves!

[@clpr2023]

Excellent video. Really laid out so well and so helpful

[@Dargyful]

What healthy looking fiddles !

[@only1507]

I just bought one. Thanks for the tips !

[@shastabare6026]

I saw the first early signs of too much water- pink dots from burst cells (edema) when i told the nursery i had cut back to once a week he screeched and said more like once a month. This is in cool southern Australia- so always check with a local. Here the reccommandation is that they dry completely, and mine is doing well.

[@lauramccoy2465]

You look stunning! You also make me believe I can keep a plant alive. 💗

[@Stan-ug9mx]

Very informative video. I recently got two of Fiddle Leaf plants. I've always liked them. Yours are gorgeous! Glad I found your video. And your cute too. Thanks

[@sheilamontoya7003]

Im getting ine real quick. I used to think it was an intimating plant but you have changed my mind. Thanks

[@Nohandleideas]

My grandma has one that has grown at least 30 ft tall in her house :0

[@rubyoro0]

Does she live in a castle?

[@ritasicari7518]

@@rubyoro0 LOL

[@Nohandleideas]

No just a tall roof

[@apseudonym]

this is why i want to live in a midcentury style house with two storeys: plenty of light and space for trees to grow inside 🌱💖

[@blendeddreamsllc]

I just bought one last month and super happy because I always wanted one. There were only 3 left so it wasn’t in the best of shape. It has two new leafs already. Yours are huge and beautiful!

[@zulmabontiffe487]

Excellent tutorial on this plant.... just what I needed to know.I 😊😁👍

[@ndchick1]

I love that your cutting is as large as my FLF, which is named "Taco". :-) Thatnks for this video, I was thinking about pruning Taco to encourage some branching out, as he is currently only 1 stem.

[@sherriedixon3889]

Mine is one tsll branch, too. I bought it about a year ago at around 14" tall and now it's about 36" . It was outside all last summer ... now inside under a plant light. I'm scared to cut it but I want branches. Darn it!

[@ndchick1]

@@sherriedixon3889 Same! But I think the worst case scenario is that I kill the cutting (which I will try to root), and Taco lives on less a bit of height and does not branch - though it seems like he should branch. Good luck!

[@HurricaneFluttershy]

I am rooting for taco

[@anngriffith7932]

Thank you for being concise

[@KRAFTEDKITCHEN]

One of the best & informative videos I found. Many thanks!

[@markb8954]

Wow.... Monstera Fiddle Leaf Figs! Thanks for the very informative video.

[@richardpiper6644]

Thank you from Little-Clacton - England - United Kingdom. We recently received some FLF's that are HUGE and now i know what to do with them :D :D thanks again, great video!

[@deannededemariehampton768]

THANK YOU SO MUCH LAURA 💓💗💛 for talking about Fiddle Leaf Figs. I've always wanted one, but I do have one cat who tends to go after any plant I have indoors. But, after watching this video you have inspired me to try one indoors. Thank you so much.

[@morris0798]

I'm so glad you did this video! I've been dying to get a fiddle leaf fig for the house but have been terrified I would kill it 😭 I feel much more confident now. Thank you!

[@katiegray14]

Always full of so much information! Thank you! I’ve also seen people trying to propagate fiddles with leaf cuttings. It’ll never be more than a leaf and won’t produce anything more than just roots. Do what Laura does - you definitely need the woody stock to produce more fiddle leaf fig plants.

[@renaramcharitar3486]

Very helpful information..love d way your plants shine an d big bold leaves on d fiddle figs🤗😍

[@ningstover1221]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m in eastern Tennessee I got few plants and it will help your tips!