Why are the bud tips of the fiddle-leaf fig drying up? How to remedy the drying up of the bud tips of the fiddle-leaf fig?

Speaking of fiddle-leaf fig, I believe many people are familiar with it. Because its leaves are papery and highly ornamental, many people place one on their balcony or in the living room. However, many people encounter the problem of dry bud tips when growing it. So how to remedy the dry bud tips of fiddle-leaf fig? Let's take a look.

Why are the bud tips of the fiddle-leaf fig drying up?

The first possibility is that the soil is compacted and not breathable, and frequent watering causes water to accumulate in the soil, causing some rot in the roots of the fig, and eventually causing the tips of the buds to dry up.

In this case, you should loosen the soil of the fiddle-leaf fig frequently to ensure that the soil is loose and breathable, reduce the number of watering, and it is best not to water until the soil is dry.

The second possibility is that it is caused by improper fertilization. If the fiddle-leaf fig is to grow well, it is necessary to ensure sufficient fertilizer. When fertilizing, pay attention to how much fertilizer to apply, not too much fertilizer at a time, and don't fertilize too close to the roots, otherwise it will cause root burn.

How to remedy the dry bud tip of Ficus microcarpa

1. Use purified water for watering. Usually we use tap water to water plants. Tap water contains a lot of salt, which is not conducive to the growth of fiddle-leaf fig leaves. If you use purified water for watering, the wilting of leaves will be improved.

2. Add nitrogen fertilizer. If the leaves of the fiddle-leaf fig are wilting, it is likely due to lack of fertilizer. Too little nitrogen fertilizer will cause the leaves of the fiddle-leaf fig to wilt.

3. Do not expose it to direct sunlight. Ficus microcarpa is a shade-loving plant, so do not expose it to the sun for too long. Just expose it to the sun for a while on the balcony in the morning.

4. Water appropriately. Do not water too much. The flowerpot should be kept moist, but without stagnant water.

How to pot Ficus microcarpa in winter

Before the fiddle-leaf fig goes through the winter, you should pay attention to the "rejuvenation" in autumn. Move the pot outdoors to give it more light, more water, and more fertilizer to give it a strong physique, which is conducive to safe wintering. After entering the room in winter, you also need to pay attention to the coordination of light and ventilation. You should also pay attention to measures to limit water and nutrients.

Can ferrous sulfate be used on fiddle-leaf fig?

Ficus microcarpa is a southern plant that prefers loose, fertile, slightly acidic soil. If it is maintained in the north, the soil and water quality are slightly alkaline, so it is necessary to use ferrous sulfate every one or two months to adjust the pH of the soil. However, the amount should not be too much, and it is enough to water it once every month at a ratio of 1:1000.