Description

Maintaining a Ficus lyrata, or fiddle leaf fig, involves several essential cares to keep it healthy and encourage growth.
Here are some maintenance tips:

1. Light: Prefers bright, indirect light.
   Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves.
   If it is too shaded, it can lose its characteristic dense foliage.
2. Watering: Water when the topsoil is dry to the touch, which is usually once a week, but this may vary depending on the humidity and temperature in your home.
   Do not let the plant sit in water, as this can cause root rot.
3. Humidity: Appreciate a good ambient humidity.
   If your home is very dry, you can increase the humidity with a humidifier or by placing the pot on a tray of pebbles with water.
4. Temperature: Prefers temperatures between 16 and 24 degrees Celsius (60 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit).
   Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.
5. Feeding: Fertilize every two months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced liquid fertilizer for indoor plants.
   Do not fertilize in fall and winter.
6. Pruning: Prune off damaged or dead leaves with clean shears to stimulate growth and keep the plant tidy.
   You can also prune to shape or control its size.
7. Transplanting: Transplant every two to three years to a slightly larger pot with good drainage and fresh soil to encourage growth and prevent rooting.