Ficus lyrata Ø11cm

Ficus lyrata - the fiddle-leaf fig, an iconic plant with large, glossy violin-shaped leaves. Native to West Africa. A true statement plant that brings instant elegance to modern, minimalist and tropical-chic arrangements. Care instructions Ficus lyrata is a plant with moderate-fast growth that can reach 1.5-2.5 meters in height in indoor culture in 3-5 years from planting. Although it has a reputation as a 'finicky' plant, it is actually quite resilient once you understand its basic requirements and provide it with a stable environment without sudden changes. For healthy and impressive development: Light: bright indirect light is essential. East or south-east facing windowsill, where it receives a few hours of gentle morning sun. Avoid intense direct sun in the afternoon in summer. Insufficient light causes small leaves and drop. Temperature: 18-27°C optimal; avoid temperatures below 15°C and cold drafts, which cause leaf drop. Ficus lyrata is very sensitive to sudden temperature changes. Watering: moderate - water when the top 3-5 cm of substrate has dried. Every 7-10 days in summer, every 14-21 days in winter. Golden rule: better slightly dry than too wet. Overwatering causes leaf drop and root rot. Humidity: 50-65% ideal - adapts to lower humidity, but weekly misting of the leaves with lukewarm water prevents margin drying and cleans dust. Substrate: well-drained, rich - universal indoor plant substrate + perlite (20%) + pine bark (15%). Roots need air. Fertilization: every 4-6 weeks during growing season (March-September) with balanced fertilizer diluted by half; completely suspend in winter. Position: Ficus lyrata does NOT tolerate frequent movement - once you find a good position, DO NOT move it. Changing position causes stress and leaf drop. Specifications Pot diameter: 11 cm Total height (incl. pot): 30 cm