What You'll Learn Today<\/p>
- Why Is My Weeping Fig Shedding Leaves?<\/a><\/li>
- How Do I Stop My Ficus From Dropping Leaves?<\/a><\/li>
- Can A Ficus Come Back After Losing All Leaves?<\/a><\/li>
- Is My Fig Tree Dead If It Loses All Its Leaves?<\/a><\/li>
- How Do You Keep Weeping Figs Healthy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n
Why Is My Weeping Fig Shedding Leaves?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe weeping fig actually has a bit of a reputation for being \u201cdifficult\u201d<\/em> because there are lots of things that will make it shed its leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ficus Benjamina is very sensitive to changes in its environment<\/strong>, and will often drop leaves if it is shocked by something.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Temperature changes<\/strong> are the biggest issue for a weeping fig – if the weather suddenly gets colder, you may find yourself sweeping up more leaves than normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If it is kept near a draughty spot<\/strong>, you will likely notice a lot of fallen leaves. Don\u2019t allow it to get too cold!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the days shorten, less light<\/strong> can also make a weeping fig quite unhappy and cause it to lose leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overwatering<\/strong> is a sure-fire way to make your weeping fig shed leaves – in fact, it can kill it outright! Only water when the soil is dry up to 2-3cm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conversely, underwatering<\/strong> can also cause leaf drop. If it has dried out completely, soak it in a container of water until the soil has properly soaked through, then allow it to drain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although it\u2019s not very common, pests and fungus<\/strong> can affect Ficus. Check the plant for signs of bug infestations, and deal with them accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How Do I Stop My Ficus From Dropping Leaves?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dropped leaves are an eyesore and can be a worry too – but there are ways to stop it from happening. In the case of weeping figs, it\u2019s all about the growing conditions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- They must be kept warm. <\/strong>Temperatures less than 16 degrees C will stress the plant and cause leaf drop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Indirect sunlight is a must. <\/strong>Although they like to be warm, Ficus Benjamina won\u2019t like to be scorched!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ensure the soil is well draining. <\/strong>Sitting in soggy soil is pretty much a death sentence for a weeping fig – ensure that the water can drain away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Try to avoid sudden temperature changes.<\/strong> If your weeping fig is in a draught, or the weather suddenly gets cold, they can react by dropping leaves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Check for bugs and fungus. <\/strong>Although they are not too susceptible to creepy crawlies, there are some insects and fungal infections that can cause problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Don\u2019t move them too much. <\/strong>A little rotation to ensure the whole plant gets light is one thing, completely moving them from place to place can stress them out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Avoid repotting.<\/strong> Unless it\u2019s absolutely necessary, don\u2019t repot your Ficus – it will shock them so much they may end up completely bald!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Can A Ficus Come Back After Losing All Leaves?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
These plants are very prone to leaf dropping, and in extreme cases they might even lose ALL their leaves all at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t panic, however! If your Ficus has lost all of its leaves, don\u2019t give up on it just yet\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They are pretty used to shedding leaves, and can still grow – and grow new leaves – even if all the previous foliage has fallen off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It won\u2019t look the best for a while as the new leaves are growing in, but it\u2019ll be worth it when your Ficus is back to its bushy, vibrant self.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This short video give you some tips on how resilient a weeping fig can be, despite appearing completely dead:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Indirect sunlight is a must. <\/strong>Although they like to be warm, Ficus Benjamina won\u2019t like to be scorched!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- How Do I Stop My Ficus From Dropping Leaves?<\/a><\/li>