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About Brown Turkey Fig
Did you know that all plants in the Ficus genus produce figs? In fact, the word Ficus quite literally means figs! Even cooler, all figs are pollinated by tiny wasps that use the fruits as a safe place to raise their young. đ Ficus plants also contain latex which emerges as a milky sap when twigs are broken. This latex makes them toxic, so be sure to keep a close eye out if you have children or pets!
Taxonomy
Ficus carica
Ficus
Moraceae
Rosales
Also known as
Fig Tree, White Marseilles Fig, White Marsielles Fig and Ficus carica .

How to care for Brown Turkey Fig

How often to water your Brown Turkey Fig

every 9
Brown Turkey Fig needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Finding light for Brown Turkey Fig in your home

a window
Brown Turkey Fig love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Indianapolis, Indiana â .
Brown Turkey Fig does not tolerate low-light đ«.

How to fertilize Brown Turkey Fig

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Brown Turkey Fig after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Brown Turkey Fig is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Brown Turkey Fig prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Brown Turkey Fig requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Brown Turkey Fig is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.
Humidity
Brown Turkey Fig doesnât require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Brown Turkey Fig does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Brown Turkey Fig should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itâs refreshed yearly, you shouldnât need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itâs common for Brown Turkey Fig to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Brown Turkey Fig is native to worldwide Tropics.
Growth Pattern
Brown Turkey Fig grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Brown Turkey Fig can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
Care Summary for Brown Turkey Fig
Brown Turkey Fig
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Indianapolis, Indiana, the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
