Fiddle Leaf Fig - The Ultimate Guide | The Plant Doctor

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Fiddle Leaf Fig - The Ultimate Guide | The Plant Doctor | Apartment Therapy

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In this episode of The Plant Doctor, Hilton Carter gives us the ULTIMATE guide to caring for your Fiddle Leaf Fig. Hilton covers everything you need to know, from naming your plant (pro tip: always give it a name) to what to do when you first bring your baby plant home from the nursery. After this comprehensive plant tutorial, you will be the best plant parent on the block.
0:00 Introduction
1:24 Characteristics of Fiddle leaf figs
2:23 Do's & Don't's
2:46 Lighting for Fiddle leaf figs
3:23 How to track its growth process
4:21 Watering
6:08 Brown spot indicators
7:26 Edema: New growth
8:00 Repotting
9:15 Pruning & Cleaning
9:56 How to humidify properly
10:22 Promoting new growth
11:34 How to branch properly
12:47 Wrap-up
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@andreaandersonphd8360 5 жыл бұрын

Hilton, I love the images and your advice. I think it would be great to edit the music out. It was very distracting.

@lilpinky1123 5 жыл бұрын

Or at least quieter music

@erinthiessen7908 5 жыл бұрын

I was gonna say the same thing!

@dp-mo5jh 4 жыл бұрын

Andrea Anderson, PhD loved the music, edit was great! ✌🏾

@RitaGreen 4 жыл бұрын

Sometimes its an editing issue. It probably sounded ok on his end before uploading it

@maggieszi8404 4 жыл бұрын

Agreeee

@rosethelourdes 3 жыл бұрын

My plant secretly put this video in my recommendations 🙌🏿 Thank you for the good info!

@Viv89 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! My fiddle leaf fig lost all but one leaf when I first bought him and with your guidance he's now a proud owner of 8 leaves and thriving!

@LorenaBennett 4 жыл бұрын

Wear headphones! Please, don't let the "loud music" keep you from watching this video. So.much.information you don't want to miss. Wearing headphones helped me hearing his voice abundantly better than when I tried to watch on my computer. Thank you so much for the great advice! 🧡

@swone6349 4 жыл бұрын

You were so right...once Can you get past the first minute or so the music gets better and more tolerable.

@imchiquitabanana 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t !

@taylorellison2719 2 жыл бұрын

Running to get my headphones

@HogwartsBasement Жыл бұрын

It will burst my headphones at that volume

@mimiaquariusharris6244 Жыл бұрын

I hear very well

@LL91g 5 жыл бұрын

The background music is SOOOOOO loud! I can barely hear anything you’re saying

@paulineelizabeth1 4 жыл бұрын

Music in background is so annoying, struggled to hear him

@jovinalabiano6336 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah...its annoying....I initially thought my phone has some issues...arg

@maimiil6250 4 жыл бұрын

just wanted to say the same thing

@mommygarcia9137 4 жыл бұрын

If you are trying to teach us something , please turn down that annoying music !!

@bonzaburger5531 4 жыл бұрын

It’s not that bad, concentrate a bit harder. Fuck me

@zoeygould6093 3 жыл бұрын

I'm on my third fiddle leaf fig plant and have had this one for about two years with zero leaf growth. I panicked previously when I tried repotting it and several of the leaves went yellow and dropped off. After watching this video last week I felt courageous enough to try repotting it again and watered it thoroughly and gave it some fertilizer - now after only a few days it's growing a new leaf! Thanks for this amazing video and helping me finally understand this plant!!

@xiav3318 4 жыл бұрын

“I love how unique they all are... that’s why I have five-“ that’s too accurate 😂

@pugtatograce3462 4 жыл бұрын

I'm the same way but with cacti lol I love cacti so I have 3

@eddiereece5050 26 күн бұрын

Bruh, the image of the plants in the mirror at 12:13 is such a beautiful, surreal sight. ~Respect

@laurachevrette8060 4 жыл бұрын

This was the most comprehensive plant care video I have seen EVER!! Nicely done 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@1Mikissa 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome tips. I kept moving mine. I freaked out like you knew. Lolol. Also the explanation of different colors of browns and reds and their location was amazing. Best comprehensive video I've seen (of many). I'm a fan!!!

@cynthiabeanez9191 4 жыл бұрын

FINALLY SOMEONE WHO CAN EXPLAIN PLANT CONDITIONS WITH VISUALS. Thank you!

@Portwinestainpaintings 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! People kept saying not to over water my fiddle fig plant, so I stopped watering her, but the brown spots kept forming. After watching your video, I started water her more often and now new leaves are sprouting! Super helpful. :)

@FemaleVillageElder 2 жыл бұрын

This is absolutely the most informative video I have seen on the subject. No one else has discussed the red spots and the causes, no one else has explained what the colors of the marks on your leaves mean in terms of watering or sun. Absolutely excellent video except the music is entirely too loud. I know sometimes we want to be hip and treat our audiences to music, but your information was much more important than the background music. Please do a discussion on the Monstera and the palms that I see you have growing. You have an excellent knowledge base.

@dek3278 3 жыл бұрын

the closed captions trying to translate 'fiddle leaf fig' is what really did it for me

@breeing3005 Ай бұрын

Of all fiddle care videos, this is the best explanation given.

@spittfyre365 2 жыл бұрын

2 yrs late.. but this one of the best videos I have EVER seen. On any subject. I'm a new Fiddle Fig plant dad. I'm trying my best to learn all the nuances of care. Your video was VERY informative.. AND the music wasn't as loud as folks claim. The music and tutorial had great symmetry. 🙏🏽

@taylorwest5169 4 жыл бұрын

This was AMAZING! Not only did I learn so much about my beautiful fiddle, Hank, (specifically the edema) but your jungle gave me serious interior inspo ❤️ 🌱

@dylan4142 3 жыл бұрын

how is Hank doing

@aurizaugalino2103 4 жыл бұрын

Such a nurturing attitude behind this video!!! It inspired me to keep my fiddle nice and happy and I’m excited to say my plant has been a part of my life for many months now. Thank you for making this!

@whoopsydaisy6389 4 жыл бұрын

My husband who knows nothing at all about plants tried to be nice and surprise me with one of these. He didn't know what it was but he thought it looked cool. I could immediately tell something was wrong with it so I whisked it outside and depotted it. The soil was chock full of tiny little white spiders and the leaves had tons of edema. I blasted every grain of soil off with the hose, power-washed the leaves, wiped each one top and bottom with Neem oil, and put in some fresh sterile soil. I just knew it wasn't going to make it. Three months later it's thriving and I've grown to love it so much. I would never have picked it myself but you're right about their character. It's become one of my favorites now and I look forward to propagating it when it grows a bit taller so I can have more than one.

@lupitaflores7761 2 жыл бұрын

I am completely speech less, this is the most genuine and amazing advice ever. Your plants are stunning.

@1amckinney 4 жыл бұрын

The music is fine!!! Loved your info it really came in handy for my plant been guessing

@threeqtrtime 4 жыл бұрын

Just bought one off death row at Lowe’s today.. I hope mine grows as beautifully as yours❤️

@nancylewis5616 4 жыл бұрын

Same here... Good luck!

@H3arme3r0ar 3 жыл бұрын

SAMMMEEEEE. I saw my mother in laws struggle with hers.. it died. So I was inspired to see if I could take on the challenge ...plus it was cheaper . Lol wish me luck

@TabiaDiane 3 жыл бұрын

I just did the same thing, I hope it makes it.

@Bellasafari 3 жыл бұрын

I did this...and still not thriving. I think root rot:(

@ethiopianabesha 3 жыл бұрын

Keep your receipt---mine passed away three months in.

@sakinahabdul-jaleel 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SOOO MUCH! I have 3 Fiddle leaf figs and one is over 30 years old! You gave great info, especially on watering, and encouraging New branches!!!! Thank you!

@wildp4ndor427 3 жыл бұрын

I've always been told that fiddles are super temperamental but mine has always been super agreeable. I've had it since December and have 6 new leaves and active growing buds making more leaves. No dropped leaves either. Idk maybe watching videos like this helped me avoid that initial struggle. Thanks for your tips!

@GabxCaroline 4 жыл бұрын

A black king giving plant advice? Here for it!

@daughteroftheking2979 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for ACTUALLY showing the notching!! I have watched other videos and they only tell you how and I know it seems self explanatory but I was always afraid to hurt my baby. Thanks!

@thamarmanrique1502 Жыл бұрын

OMG!!! THANK YOU!! Finally someone that really talks about the plant and not a product they are trying to sell!! You are the best! For real thank you becasue I just got my Fiddle Fig and the bottom leaf started to get the dark spots (just noticed last night) and I was already going crazy and was going to change her to another spot at home but thanks to you I know that’s normal so I’ll keep an eye on her the next 2 days and for sure watch more of your videos ❤

@ronfletcher8969 2 жыл бұрын

thank you, I brought her home on sunday,,you gave me the best info, on her growth 🌱

@FuriedHearts 5 жыл бұрын

Background music is too high. Either that or you aren't mic'ed loud enough. Just letting you know

@demetsentvrk 4 жыл бұрын

Though I do agree with others about the background music being high, I loved learning about fiddle leaf with you!!! Your voice is so soothing and engaging. Thank you so much! :)

@twala1975 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I found this page. I have 3 fiddle plants. One totally lost all of its leaves. I did everything wrong with this one but I repotted it and I’m trying to nurse it back. The other two I just got. I’m terrified because I don’t want to kill them. However this video has helped me to understand better. I’m trying my best to be a good plant mommy.

@plee704 4 жыл бұрын

He just gave this girl with a black thumb hope and motivation. No one has ever fixed the broken relationship between plants and me. Now I am willing to try. 🥺😢😭 God bless him!

@madc.8153 3 жыл бұрын

AHHHHHH I HAVE BEEN MOVING IT OUTSIDE EVERY DAY! OMG MY POOR FRANK JUNIOR

@donnahedley6194 3 ай бұрын

hahaha, I did too. Don't worry. Just change it now, it'll be oK. (🙏)

@lacarito123 4 жыл бұрын

Aside from being very informative! it was so chill. It has put me in the best mood ever! Thanks for all of your advise! I am definitely subscribed!

@Watchoutforsnakez 3 жыл бұрын

The score to encourage new buds is amazing!

@miekeljohnson5747 4 жыл бұрын

This video saved the day for this first time plant owner! Thanks

@dawn409 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought one today and my husband said right away, 'we gotta name this guy'😉

@gabrielahernandez3388 4 жыл бұрын

Answer to my prayers 🙏🏽🙏🏽I just bought two . Thank you for the knowledge 💕💕

@roseanna33marie 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best plant instructional vids I’ve ever seen! Thank you. 🙌

@plee704 4 жыл бұрын

Your love for plants is admirable.

@markysparkyandfriends 3 жыл бұрын

This was an excellent video, I can't believe I learnt so much in so little time!

@ameliaodell9505 5 жыл бұрын

OMG! I have had my FLF tree for a year and up until a month ago it only grew one leaf. THEN I put my coffee grounds in the soil and I have had a solid growth of 4 new leaves. FOUR! Thanks for the video now I can make it grow even more.

@AbiCroCro 5 жыл бұрын

Amelia O'Dell I’m going to go dig my coffee grounds out of my food waste bin right this minute! Hahaha

@Amanda-nc5sy 4 жыл бұрын

I will have to try this!!

@jasminecampbell4989 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this post! I have been scouring the net for this same information! I just put a kcup in there two days ago. The video said the brown spots disappeared after they put the kcup in the soil. I also have a banana plant that’s leaves are turning brown I put the kcup in that as well.. good luck on yours too. I hope my Chloe makes it, she looks happier!

@goodgrayday 4 жыл бұрын

This is the most informative video I've watched on Fiddle Leaf Figs. I'm on my second one & I really hope your tips help. Thanks.

@nandhakarmegam4782 Жыл бұрын

This is so amazing! Tq so much for the guide, I had over watered my plant, that's what the seller told me which clearly he's wrong. The leaves started to fall off, and that truly broke my heart. I'll repot the plant using new soil. Tq once again, God bless 😘🙏

@latoyajames748 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I love my fiddle! I remember when I tried to knotch and I went to deep and the stems broke off I was so sad but within 1 months 2 new stems emerged and im so happy!

@ntasha7189 4 жыл бұрын

This video was extremely informative. I’m a new plant mom and I’ve learned soooo much from this 13 minute video. Thank you!

@SofiaKnight 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, finally a good explanation of what people mean by letting the top soil dry. Sounds like it should be obvious, but it isn't. I am a very anxious new fiddle leaf fig parent, and now I know how to treat it better!

@skyfullofmaggots6837 3 жыл бұрын

I am new to plant care, and just took in a fiddle leaf fig not knowing anything about it. This video tackled EVERY point and EVERY question I would’ve had about my new plant rather than me having to search through a bunch of internet articles that tend to leave stuff out anyway. Thanks for this video it was so direct and now I’m not so afraid for my new fiddle leaf fig! Subscribed :)

@TheGreatLockdown 5 жыл бұрын

Ooh, I'm totally going to try that last tip about notching! I have a fiddle leaf totally thriving in it's South and West exposure.

@brandisevudredre6284 4 жыл бұрын

What an awesome video! I needed every drop of info you gave. The room you filmed in is so beautiful! Thank you for making this video!

@XxThingsThatRawrxX 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought my first fiddle leaf fig! I’m so excited, I’m glad I’m watching your video before I repot it!

@grover9187 2 жыл бұрын

This video..those plants..your green thumb..all have made my day! I love my fiddle and I love to see other plant lovers. Good tips too.

@arymat9979 5 жыл бұрын

Music is a little loud. I could barely hear you. TFS, I have 3 fiddles. ❤️❤️❤️

@donnagambrell1412 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed..........the music is rather annoying.

@kennykong9425 4 жыл бұрын

Be very careful when misting leaves and don't do it too heavily. The reduced airflow indoors can cause leaves to stay wet for too long and promote fungus or rot. Make sure there's good airflow or set a fan to run for a couple minutes. As long as the leaves dry out within an hour, you should be fine.

@StephanieStoven 4 жыл бұрын

Yes!!! I love that you name your plants!!!!! I just got my first plant last month, now I have 5!! (3 are succulents) but I want a fiddle leaf next!!

@locsandthings66 3 жыл бұрын

Idk why this video made me cry!!? I think it was explained so well that it made me really see plants in a new vulnerable light (no pun intended) lol. New plant mama and this video really went into great depth on how a plant shows what it needs and DOESNT need and how they communicate their care to you. LUV LUV LUVED this video and the detail!!!

@bestmomma9958 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing video. The music didn’t bother me at all because I was focused on the great tips

@mariaj.gonzalez-calcaneo3447 4 жыл бұрын

I did not have issues with the sound or the music, great video and advice!!

@madelaine3209 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best plant video. Very informative and thorough. Thank you!!!!

@sandiconley4449 3 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for the tips. I don't have a green thumb. Not even chartreuse! I'm fighting to keep my plants alive and with people like you out there I have a much better chance. Thank again and hugs, Sandi

@yogabycandace 3 жыл бұрын

This is so awesome, I learned so much, thanks for watching!

@marcelhail7852 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching?

@chubbyBunny94 3 жыл бұрын

@hellogorgeous101 2 жыл бұрын

Are you thanking yourself for watching lol

@davidhey52 2 жыл бұрын

Haha

@kimaotung 5 жыл бұрын

Oh and I could hear the sound okay!! :-) Please do more and more plant vids!!

@NicholasBlake84 3 жыл бұрын

GORGEOUS plant selection in your home!

@KaranSharma-ls6zv 2 жыл бұрын

Love you 😍 man the way you showed everything about fiddle .. it’s really worthy.

@killerkhristel 5 жыл бұрын

More plant doctor videos!!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽.

@dawn409 4 жыл бұрын

I love how you name your plants and shared their names. I name *every.one* of my plants 😃😍 It's very important 😐 😉😉😆 tfs subscribed

@fouziaqureshi6531 3 жыл бұрын

Love love love all your plants..they all look so happy and healthy 😍

@priscillaibarra68 4 жыл бұрын

All the plants are so pretty!!

@shibba24 5 жыл бұрын

You're awesome. Thanks for the video!

@mariec8062 5 жыл бұрын

What a great video, I was able to hear fine. Loved the tips and can't wait to try the notching method with my flf! :)

@CHINAA718 4 жыл бұрын

New sub...no more background anything. It takes over your authenticity, the vibes that you give in your presentation and simply your flow...❤️❤️❤️

@oreoeats4624 3 жыл бұрын

I just got a fiddle leaf and was looking for a one stop shop video for information and wow, this guy covered it all..even things I didn't know to learn about. Thank you!

@inahoney78 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips! Im still struggling with my fiddle leaf fig tree..hope i can do better in the near future.

@janeth3008 3 жыл бұрын

How are you getting on with your plant now? I think mine was sunburnt - the leaves have dried and fallen off 🤦🏽‍♀️

@Tianelson1967 5 жыл бұрын

I’m on my third and last one. 😔 Thanks for this video!

@elizabethmorris-correa9332 3 жыл бұрын

You are the plant doctor I have been looking for!!! Thanks for your guidance. My fiddle leaf fig thanks you too

@KindlyVegan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! This is the best video I’ve watched so far.

@nicholaseady2173 5 жыл бұрын

Turn the music down I can’t hear you

@nicolepasquale 5 жыл бұрын

Hi! I’m new hear I just stumbled somehow an found your channel I’m happy about this though. Thanks for the great info.

@Sist3r 4 жыл бұрын

Not only this is very informative but also very artistic and aesthetically pleasing too watch. Thanks!!!

@coppachahta5488 4 жыл бұрын

Just purchased a two of these most beloved plants so glad I’ve found your channel 🙏🏾

@crissyharding-gac7523 4 жыл бұрын

Please turn your volume up when you're recording

@dorinadolotov4010 4 жыл бұрын

What should you do if the roots are exposed at the top when you first buy it?

@megane5728 4 жыл бұрын

I finally understand notching. There are so many online sources that mention it but never show it.

@jeanmoore9954 4 жыл бұрын

Your home is beautiful with all those pretty health plants thank you for explaining the fiddle plant. I just brought small one in march it is starting to grow now this is my first fiddle plant I am praying it will grow up beautiful like yours

@DashofTing 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought this plant from Costco. She is 6ft tall and only cost $28USD. It was such a bargain!

@marthelenada6197 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! You are lucky!

@DashofTing 3 жыл бұрын

@@marthelenada6197 And she's still alive and still looking beautiful. So I'm def lucky! Check out Costco.

@marthelenada6197 3 жыл бұрын

I bought mine one month ago in a garden store. Half the height, double the price but is was a gift card :) it is loving the place I chose for it.

@DashofTing 3 жыл бұрын

@@marthelenada6197 I think it’s better to get from a local business than at a huge distributor. I just happened to be at Costco and saw the frenzy. So it was an impulse buy. But I don’t regret it. Haha

@marthelenada6197 3 жыл бұрын

@@DashofTing I buy all my annuals at Costco. Indoor plants, wherever I see them. I’m from Mexico, that means I’m used to seeing that type of plants outdoors but I’m Canadian as well, so, I am collecting some plants to enjoy even more the white cold winter. Cheers.

@linda67241 4 жыл бұрын

Your plants are absolutely "beautiful."

@ruzjimenez3027 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! Very informative. I focused on your tips and tricks instead of the music so it wasn't a problem for me.

@dawnsandiford3089 3 жыл бұрын

It sure did help, just bought a fiddle leaf fig today. Thank you

@CHR478 4 жыл бұрын

4:32 I think I need a boyfriend 🤦🏻‍♀️. So sensual, ok caress it first before checking ✅ 🤣 He’s so passionate about his plants! Subscribed

@annh.s.751 4 жыл бұрын

what? cant hear anything

@erikaama7373 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thanks for great advices. I am reading some comments below about high volume of the background music. I hear the voice more than the music and all sounds perfect to me. Blessings for everyone. ❤️

@skysummer2359 4 жыл бұрын

Everyone complaining about the music, I heard you just fine! **GREAT VIDEO, No complaining from me, LOVE your plants and your info, very thorough! Keep up the good work!

@KindaRylan 5 жыл бұрын

Really, if you don't want your fiddle to fall over you want to thicken the trunk by shaking the plant like wind would in nature

@latoyajames748 5 жыл бұрын

I agree! I do that to mine!

@mariec8062 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, will try this!!!

@katlark 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard this for the second time now. When should you start doing this if the fiddle is a youngin?

@trenttagestad5282 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! My wife hates it lol she thinks it's inhumane

@theJamieWolfer 5 жыл бұрын

Hilton’s audio is SUPER hard to hear over the music in the intro. I can barely understand what he’s saying.

@madhvi15 3 жыл бұрын

i did !! i actually did take notes ! my first fiddle leaf just yellowed yesterday, so thank you and fingers crossed !

@charliblake8551 Ай бұрын

I just pulled one out of the dumpster of a plant nursery i frequent. It has browning in a couple of leaves and is completely root bound. Praying I’m able to nurse it to health! TG axis for the great tips!:)

@Kentnomore 5 жыл бұрын

Music is loud, voice is low. Can't hear a thing.

@susank6267 4 жыл бұрын

I really wanted to watch this but the music is so loud I cannot hear you.

@arielmstallings8463 4 жыл бұрын

The audio improves after the intro -- totally worth the wait

@fluffyboogsybo8686 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this comprehensive fiddle growing information. Your plants look very healthy and gorgeous! I just love your channel. And your house looks so serene and tropical, you’ve got good taste.