Plant Care Variegated Weeping Fig

Variegated Weeping Fig

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About Variegated Weeping Fig

The weeping fig, native to southeast Asia, is the official tree of Bangkok, Thailand. They make impressive additions to any living space, but in their natural habitat these trees can grow over 100 feet tall and provide food for many local bird species. In NASA’s 1989 Clean Air Study they were found to remove pollutants from the air. 💨

Taxonomy

Ficus benjamina 'Variegata'
Ficus
Moraceae
Rosales

How to care for Variegated Weeping Fig

💦 Water

How often to water your Variegated Weeping Fig

Water needs for Variegated Weeping Fig
0.5 cups
every 9

Variegated Weeping Fig needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Variegated Weeping Fig

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Variegated Weeping Fig in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Variegated Weeping Fig: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Variegated Weeping Fig love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Variegated Weeping Fig does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Variegated Weeping Fig in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Variegated Weeping Fig

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Variegated Weeping Fig: repot after 2X growth

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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Variegated Weeping Fig after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Variegated Weeping 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Variegated Weeping Fig requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Variegated Weeping 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.

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💨 Humidity

Variegated Weeping Fig prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Variegated Weeping Fig Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Variegated Weeping 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!

Best Soil Mix for Variegated Weeping Fig →

When and How to Successfully Repot Variegated Weeping Fig →

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💩 Fertilizer

Variegated Weeping 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 it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Variegated Weeping Fig →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Variegated Weeping 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

Variegated Weeping Fig is native to worldwide Tropics.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Variegated Weeping Fig can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Variegated Weeping Fig, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Variegated Weeping Fig

Variegated Weeping Fig

Variegated Weeping Fig


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Variegated Weeping Fig has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 3
Variegated Weeping Fig has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 3
Variegated Weeping Fig has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves 1
Variegated Weeping Fig has a Browns easily plant personality Browns easily 1
Variegated Weeping Fig has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 1
@Greg2005 avatar
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leaf-1 63 Plants
xp 13,073 XP
11/04/2021

New to my house

Survivor Survivor
@Nikki1 avatar
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leaf-1 62 Plants
xp 2,531 XP
globe Woolwich Township, NJ
08/30/2021

My plant didn't like the sunlight. I originally had her in a dim corner but moved her closer to the light at which point all her beautiful leaves just fell. Mental noted no indirect light needed, unless I just didn't water thoroughly enough the plant was pretty full and beautiful.

Fast grower Fast grower
Survivor Survivor
@tonyathedork avatar
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leaf-1 7 Plants
xp 1,407 XP
globe Astrakhan, Astrakhanskaya oblast'
08/21/2021

It loves showering!!

Survivor Survivor
Fast grower Fast grower
Large, lush leaves Large, lush leaves
Browns easily Browns easily
Easy to propagate Easy to propagate
@RJG avatar
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leaf-1 126 Plants
xp 247,743 XP
globe Austin, TX
05/24/2021

Easy to grow as long as they have enough sun!

Fast grower Fast grower

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