How to care for your Ficus Lyrata?

• ☀️Light
  Prefers indirect light but tolerates full sun exposure.
  
  
• 💧Watering
  Water every 1 to 2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.
  
  
• 🤒Signs of a sad plant
  Yellow leaves and always moist soil: Overwatering
  
  
• ❤️‍🩹Ease of keeping alive
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Today, the Ficus Lyrata is the star!

Here are some tips and advice to help you take care of your Ficus Lyrata and see it thrive in your home.

The importance of light

The first thing to know to help your Ficus Lyrata grow is to provide it with good lighting. It is best to place it between two south-facing windows, with an additional west exposure (that really is the ideal of ideals). But a spot with indirect light will also be perfect!
In direct sun, the leaves can easily burn, oxidise and turn yellow.
Be careful not to place your ficus in a spot that is too dark!

Repotting

The roots of the Ficus Lyrata grow quickly. It is essential to repot your plant every three to four years. This plant can grow very large quite quickly!
A generously sized pot is needed to contain the roots and support the large foliage.

When repotting, choose a pot with a diameter 2 to 3 centimetres larger than the current one. Make sure the pot has drainage holes to prevent water from stagnating, and use well-draining compost.

Leaf handling

The Ficus Lyrata does not like being handled too much. If you constantly touch its leaves, they will start to brown at the edges. Even if you love it dearly, try not to touch its leaves too often.
Except to clean them! To remove dust and keep the cuticle shiny.

Cleaning the leaves, beyond making them particularly beautiful and shiny, helps to improve photosynthesis. Dust can block the light needed for this process, which is vital for the plant. It can also help to prevent pest infestations, which can hide under dirty leaves.
To clean them, you can use our cleansing mist!
Spray over all the leaves and wipe gently with a soft cloth, about once a week.

Watering

The watering frequency changes according to the season.
In summer, it is better to water three times a week, while in winter the frequency should be reduced. It is important to find a good balance to avoid overwatering or underwatering your plant.

The Ficus Lyrata prefers its soil to be slightly dry between waterings.
To check whether your plant needs water, insert your finger into the soil to about 2–3 cm. If the soil is dry at this depth, it is time to water.
Make sure that excess water can drain away freely to avoid root rot.

Fertilisation

To support the growth of your Ficus Lyrata, you can use a fertiliser during the growing season, from spring to autumn, every two waterings.

To sum up, here are a few key points for taking care of your Ficus Lyrata:

1. Light: Place your ficus in a well-lit spot with indirect exposure.
2. Repotting: Repot every three to four years to give the roots more space.
3. Handling: Avoid touching the leaves too often to prevent them from browning.
4. Cleaning: it is important to clean the leaves for their photosynthesis
5. Watering: Water regularly but in moderation, adjusting the frequency according to the season.
6. Fertilisation: Use a balanced fertiliser during the growing season to support the plant's development.
   
   

🌿With these tips, you should see your Ficus Lyrata thrive and grow!