🌿 Indoor Ficus Care Guide
(Fiddle Leaf Fig, Rubber Plant, Weeping Fig & More)
Ficus plants are classic indoor trees and foliage plants loved for their bold leaves and elegant structure. While generally hardy, they prefer stable conditions and can be sensitive to sudden changes in light, temperature, or watering.
With consistency, Ficus plants grow into stunning statement specimens.
🌞 Light
Prefers bright, indirect light
Can tolerate some gentle morning sun
Avoid harsh afternoon sunlight, which may scorch leaves
Low light may lead to leaf drop or slower growth
✨ Tip: Ficus plants dislike being moved often — choose a bright spot and keep them there.
💧 Watering
Water when the top 3–5 cm of soil feels dry
Water thoroughly until it drains from the bottom
Never allow the pot to sit in standing water
Reduce watering during cooler months
⚠️ Overwatering is the most common cause of leaf drop and root issues.
🌱 Soil
Use a well-draining indoor potting mix such as:
Premium potting soil
Perlite or pumice for drainage
Optional: orchid bark for extra airflow
Ficus prefer moisture-retentive soil, but with excellent drainage.
🪴 Pot Size
Babies do best in a small to medium pot with drainage holes
Repot only when roots begin to outgrow the pot
Ficus prefer being slightly snug rather than overpotted
🌡 Temperature & Humidity
Ideal temperature: 18–28°C
Avoid cold drafts or sudden temperature drops
Keep away from heaters or air-conditioning vents
Average indoor humidity is usually fine, though higher humidity encourages healthier leaves
🌿 Fertilizer
Feed during spring and summer
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer at ½ strength
Fertilize every 4–6 weeks
Pause feeding in autumn and winter
✨ Tip: Too much fertilizer can cause leaf burn — gentle feeding is best.
🍃 Leaf Drop Note
It is normal for Ficus plants to drop a few leaves when adjusting to a new environment.
Sudden leaf loss usually indicates stress from changes in light, watering, or temperature.
Consistency is key.
✂️ Maintenance
Wipe leaves occasionally to remove dust and improve photosynthesis
Rotate the plant every few weeks for even growth
Prune lightly to encourage branching if desired
🐛 Pests to Watch For
Ficus may occasionally attract:
Spider mites
Scale
Mealybugs
Inspect stems and leaf undersides regularly and treat early if needed.
⚠️ Pet Safety
Ficus sap is toxic if ingested and may irritate skin. Keep out of reach of pets and children.
📦 Postage & Shipping Information
All plants are carefully prepared and packaged to ensure they arrive safely and in excellent condition.
Orders are lovingly packed and dispatched on Mondays only, to help ensure they arrive before the following weekend, as our shop is closed on Tuesdays.
To ensure same-week dispatch, orders must be placed by midnight Sunday.
If Monday falls on a public holiday, dispatch will not take place until the following Monday. While we always do our best to send orders promptly, should any unexpected lengthy delays occur, we’ll be in touch to let you know.
Shipping Options
Bare Root Shipping (Most Economical Option):
Soil is mostly removed to reduce weight, and roots are wrapped in either sphagnum moss or damp shredded paper.
Potted Shipping (Where Possible):
Plants may be sent in their original nursery pots with soil intact. Shipping is calculated by weight, making this option more expensive, however plants will arrive less stressed with no need to pot them up on arrival.
Simply select your preferred shipping method at checkout.
Please note: Due to plant import restrictions, we are only able to ship to WA, NT, or TAS if prior arrangements have been made.
🌿 Pick Up Available
Pick up is also available from:
DESERT JUNGLE PLANT CO
2/34 Wollongong Street
Fyshwick ACT
Opening Hours:
Wednesday–Friday: 10am–5pm
Saturday: 10am–4pm
🌿 Disclaimer
Please note: All images are for reference only. We try to provide an image for each product that shows what a mature specimen may look like, as well as examples of the plants you will receive.
The plant you receive will be a healthy specimen selected from the best available stock at the time of picking. As each plant is unique, size, shape, and colour may vary slightly from the reference photos shown.