Sharing tips on how to take care of a sheet figure, how often water, how much water, how much sunlight, all these important questions!
Meet Frida Kahlo. It is the gorgeous Fig Fig Fig plant that greets all those who walk in our house.
Frida receives so much congratulations both in real life and online, and I often have questions about how to take care of these species of plants.
I hesitated to write this post because I was an infamous plant killer and killed multiple internal plants. During my previous handful, I finally found my groove and while I feel pretty sure of my routine, I still scare Jinx anything.
I can only be afraid that once I post this post, Frida leaves are starting to emerge and break out in flames. But I’ll go for it.
I hope you find some useful tips here and my colleagues of leaf lovers, please share your top tips in the comments.
What is a sheet figure
A leaf plant plant is also called a Ficus Lyrata. They are tropical trees that do extremely well outdoors in medium and wet environments.
For the past 10 years, they have increased in popularity. Friends of pairing often covers Grace, Instagram and Pinterest Posts.
It is a beautiful plant that can add to the aesthetic appeal of your space and can be an amazing, architectural statement to your home. It makes a decoration effect and is also well known for being a difficult plant to keep alive.
In this post, I share proven and proven tips on how to take care of a figure, find time to repeat it and keep it rich, healthy and thriving for a long time.
How to take care of a sheet figure
The appropriate placement and lighting requirements
The key with figs of leaves, tropical plants and plants is to find a place in your home where they will be happy and have enough light. Usually, this is a window north or south, where it can get very sunlight. These plants also tend to do well in areas with high ceilings, skylights and large windows. If you live in an area that is not well lit, you can use a light. I am in a facebook facebook group (obsession) and many members use growth lights on their plants. Take a look around the area and make sure you do not have air ducts that will blow directly to the factory.
While the sun is good, be careful for a very warm sun and strong direct sunlight on the plant because it can cause sunburn. We have another sheet of violin, fred, who was forgotten outside and was solar. He had brown spots for a long time, but he has finally recovered. The bright, indirect light is usually better. Lighting conditions make the whole difference.
Watering
Okay, so there are several methods here: the method of the cup (watering a small amount often) or the rarest method (many watering about once a week). I found that the cup method didn’t work for me. It fell the leaves like crazy and I was around the plant, trying to figure out what the good was going on. A Change Game: The Water Meter! I ordered it from Amazon and check her water every 7-10 days. I only put the plant when the soil dries and the meter reaches a moisture level of 2 or 3, and then absorb the good of it. I will use 4 large measuring cups full of filtered water and dip the ground. (Frida prefers filtered water from the refrigerator and not from the sink. Our levels here in Tucson are very acidic and affected its leaves.)
Before watering, use the water meter or a chopstick to push holes in the ground – don’t worry that it will not disrupt the roots. This will help oxygenate soil and water to flow more freely. A good rule for the amount of water to be used: water until it begins to come out of the drainage holes and then leave it on its own.
A note: Leaf figure loves the rain and I feel that rainwater is much better for plants than water sink. Call me crazy but respond differently. If it is raining, drag your durable plants out!
Moderation
TIP: BEFORE VERY CONTINUE YOU CONTINUE, HAVE IN THE BINT OF THE Kindergarten in the area of your home where it will live. In this way, it may have time to adapt to the lighting and the environment before the factory is shocked further. For pots, make sure you use something that allows water to flow instead of holding water, which can cause root rot. They sell special soils for leaf figs, and I know many who had good luck with cacti/juicy soil. I used the Miracle Grow Potting soil and worked well. Check with your kindergarten to see what a mixture of flower pots are for your climate.
When you give the leaf fig tree, you do not need a huge container, as the root system does not need a tone of room to expand. They actually do better when they are slightly committed, and many Figs Fiddle Leaf do well in the original container from the kindergarten. I would choose a container around this size, or slightly larger. Important: Make sure the container has a drain hole so that the water can easily flow. I also like to put small rocks on the bottom of a saucepan before adding the plant and soil, so the water can easily move and prevent the roots from being rot.
Fat
You do not have * to fertilize your plant if the soil is healthy and the plant is flourishing. If you notice that a little push is needed, I like this fertilizer Mixed with filtered water. (It was very acidic with water sink and caused problems, so I stopped using it.) If you choose to use fertilizer, do this twice a year: once in the summer and once in the winter.
Ordinary maintenance
Milo! As I mentioned earlier, flfs love wet environments and thrive with little humidity. If you live in a dry climate, the fog can have a positive impact on the leaves. You can place a humidifier in low near your plant, or occasionally fog by hand. I use this main from Amazon and only leaves when water (once every 7-12 days). I bake the leaves and then wipe any dust with a napkin. In this way, dusty leaves do not prevent the ability to get sunlight.
Weak trunks: I have heard about people gently shaking their tree trunks every few days, especially if they are weaker/smaller. This is to stimulate high winds and encourage a stronger trunk. I haven’t done it for Frida, but I may try it for Fred.
Entertainment Note: Fiddle Leaf Figs will increase as high as the ceiling allows them. Our ceilings are 30 feet high and I hope it grows up this huge with all my heart.
Liquidation
I have found that these plants remain better on their own, so I would only recommend the restoration if it is absolutely necessary. (It can cause stress for plants and we do not want to emphasize them!) Some sites recommend that they reinstall every 2-3 years to get fresh nutrients from the ground, but I feel that if the plant is happy, leave it only haha. Some indicators you may want to redefine: the soil is removed from the edges and you can see many roots, a bacterial infection (many brown spots on the leaves) or root rot. You can avoid root rot, making sure there is a lot of drainage and avoiding overflow.
If you need to redefine, remove the surplus of the ground from the roots and remove any of the ends of the roots that are overgrown. (It’s like giving it a haircut.) If you see roots, cut them too. Place in a saucepan with a few inches of ground, surround with many fresh new soils and water.
Okay, friends! This is all I have for you, and I will add more to this post, as I think new tips.
Do you have baby babies? Any wonderful tips you have learned over time? Share all the leaf care tips with us!
xo
Tiger
