Botanical name – Ficus lyrata
Common name – Fiddle Leaf Fig
Description– A large leaf shrub ideal as an impact plant for indoors or protected outdoor space. Its name comes from the large glossy violin shaped leaves it bears and has become a staple for any indoor plant enthusiast.
Location – Grows best in a premium potting mix. Place in a warm, bright area indoors or protected patio, will benefit from light morning sun.
Care – Fertilise twice a year with an all-purpose slow release fertiliser. Pruning through spring will help your Ficus thicken as it matures. Allow soil to dry between watering as per the time of year.
Mature height – 3m H x 1m W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
140mm – 25cm
200mm – 50cm
250mm – 100cm
300mm – 130cm
400mm – 160cm