Fiddle Leaf Fig: repotting shock
Quick answer
repotting shock for Fiddle Leaf Fig: Ficus lyrata has sensitive 'hair' roots that are easily damaged during soil changes. Root disturbance can lead to immediate drooping or leaf drop.
Start here:
- 1. Only repot when root-bound (roots circling the bottom) and during the active growing season.
- 2. Do not fully strip the old soil unless it is infested or rotten; keep the root ball as intact as possible.
Why repotting shock matters for Fiddle Leaf Fig
Ficus lyrata
Ficus lyrata has sensitive 'hair' roots that are easily damaged during soil changes. Root disturbance can lead to immediate drooping or leaf drop.
How to handle repotting shock on Fiddle Leaf Fig
- 1
Only repot when root-bound (roots circling the bottom) and during the active growing season.
- 2
Do not fully strip the old soil unless it is infested or rotten; keep the root ball as intact as possible.
- 3
Water with a seaweed-based fertilizer (e.g., Maxicrop) after repotting to help ease transplant shock.
Keeping Fiddle Leaf Fig on track
Ensure the new pot is only 1-2 inches larger than the current one. Avoid moving the plant to a new location immediately after repotting.
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