My ficus is loosing leaves like it’s going out of style! Ive probably had it about a month. It’s in a room with pretty good morning light. It’s near other plants. It’s near a humidifier. I’m watering it according to planta. Any advice on why the leaves are falling off?
Well it IS a ficus, and that is what they want to do 😅 but seriously, planta's schedule should be more of an indication that it's time to check if a plant needs watering, at first-- once the schedule adapts, it's more reliable, but it's not a bad idea to check first before watering every time.
0 Mi piaceYes, I’ve heard ficuses can be difficult! So maybe they like to be dryer? If planta says to water and it’s dry - water? If it’s still wet or damp - don’t?
0 Mi piace Pretty much. Although I don't have this specific ficus, so maybe someone who's had success with this one can be more helpful. I have 3 different types of ficus and with all of them, I've found it's important not to over-water. They're in the group of plants I check frequently, which also includes ferns, calatheas, anthuriums, and isolated plants. I don't let them completely dry out, just not wet or damp at the surface, and if I'm unsure I wait another day or two. So far, it's working, but of course adapting for your situation is important. I find mine like more light than I thought they would, as well, as long as it's not direct afternoon sun.
0 Mi piaceOk - thanks for the advice! I’ve had it a month so I’m just learning what it likes and wants!
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I bought one at a plant store years ago and I swear all the leaves fell off just while my mom was visiting. I was like ummmm what did I do?
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