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Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig

4.6 out of 5 (10 experiences)

Large, lush leaves

Fast grower

About Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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. 🐝 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

Scientific name

Ficus lyrata 'Bambino'

Genus

Ficus

Family

Moraceae

Order

Rosales

How to care for Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig

💦 Water

How often to water your Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig in your home

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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 Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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.

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig Water Frequency →

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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 🏡.

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig Light Requirements →

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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.

Is Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig Edible? →

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig Toxicity to Dogs →

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💨 Humidity

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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.

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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 Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig →

Best Pots for Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig →

When and How to Successfully Repot Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig →

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💩 Fertilizer

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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 Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig is native to worldwide Tropics.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig Temperature Tolerance →

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig →

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Winter Care for Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig →

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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 Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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.

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Care Summary for Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf 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

Large, lush leaves 6

Fast grower 3

Browns easily 2

Easy to propagate 1

Pest magnet 1

Survivor 1

@@MeganO

41 Plants

20,843 XP

Washington, DC

01/18/2022

Love this little one. Can be fussy and drop all it’s leaves but for the most part she tolerates similar care to most of my other plants.

Large, lush leaves

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig plant photo by @MeganO named Feenie on Greg, the plant care app.

@@tony

8 Plants

3,361 XP

Dallas, TX

12/17/2021

Want an easy way to keep leaves clean and shiny, get some Neem oil and apply it once a week or so. The dwarf size is perfect if you have average or low ceilings.

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig plant photo by @tony named Clint on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Karah86

9 Plants

1,255 XP

Cincinnati, OH

11/05/2021

I was gifted this plant from someone who said it didn’t bring her joy. I’ve heard these are fickle, but mine has yet to drop a leaf. I even propagated a cutting recently. I keep it in the window and it’s been happy.

Large, lush leaves

Dwarf Fiddle Leaf Fig plant photo by @Karah86 named Fiddle Lee Pace on Greg, the plant care app.

@@neko.nebula

5 Plants

116 XP

Austin, TX

06/17/2021

I find the dwarf fiddle leaf much easier to care for than the regular fiddle leaf! Mine is in a western facing window and I water it maybe once every 2 weeks and have gotten plenty of new leaves. You can tell these apart from regular FLFs because it has multiple skinny trunks instead of just one thicker trunk. Great entry plant for getting started on fiddle leafs!

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves