Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree

If you have a bright spot indoors, Ficus lyrata (also called fiddle leaf fig) makes for one of the most dramatic trees you can grow. It features large, thick, dark green leaves that almost have a leathery texture. It’s a relatively slow grower inside.

Light Level: Direct Sunlight

This plant loves direct sunlight. Place it by a window or on a porch that gets direct, natural light for at least a portion of the day.

Water Level: Thirsty

This plant can only go 1-2 weeks without water so check on it weekly and add water every time the top two inches of soil dry out.

Quick Tips

Like many houseplants, fiddle leaf fig would rather be too dry than too wet, so if you’re unsure about whether it needs water, wait a day or two before checking again.