Please help, is it normal that large leaves on my ficus are starting to fall off? It's gotten colder here, I understand it's related to this, but he won't die? What can I do?
I usually water it once every 3-4 days, not very much, when the soil dries from above. There is no drainage, but the pot has holes at the bottom.
The flower stands on a shelf close to the window and the radiator on the wall, but does not overheat; the sun shines for 6-7 hours in winter. But I can't say that it is in direct sunlight, there is little street light
by OddTrouble4022
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They shouldn’t be dropping leaves, if everything is alright. Mine did that only when it wasn’t getting enough light, so, maybe you overestimate how much light yours actually gets?
Also, every 3-4 days seems way too often? It would likely feel better in a well draining soil mix and while being watered once a week, if that .
What made you think this plant needs to be watered every 3-4 days?
Never just drizzle a tiny amount of water on a plant for watering. Always water thoroughly but adjust the time between waterings to what the plant needs. Rubber ficus need to have the soil dry out completely before watering again. Try watering every 3-4 weeks. And try giving it more light.
Please inspect closely to see if these are thrips larvae beginning to emerge. The adults embed eggs into the leaf tissue and damage begins to appear as they develop into the first larval stage. 💚
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I would check the soil, it may be dry on top but too wet underneath. It’s either overwatering or under watering usually. Also bright indirect light.
Wait until the top 2-3 inches are dry before watering too