Ficus Care 101: Stop Leaf Drop & Master Every Variety (Expert AMA)

Is your Ficus being a drama queen? 🌿 From Fiddle Leaf Figs to Rubber Trees, we’re answering EVERY question to help you become a pro plant parent. #ficus #ficusplant #houseplants #gardeningtips #gardenproducts In this deep-dive webinar, experts from  ⁨@CostaFarms  ,@ProvenWinnersYouTube leafjoy, and ExpressSeed/Inverde break down why Ficus drop their leaves and how to keep them thriving. Whether you’re a beginner or a collector, you’ll learn which types are the easiest to grow and the secret to perfect lighting. What’s inside: - The "Best for Beginners" List: Which Ficus to buy if you're a first-timer. - The Leaf Drop Cure: How to stop the drama for good. - Watering & Light: Direct sun vs. indirect—what does a Ficus actually need? - 11+ Varieties: Audrey, Benjamina, Elastica, and more! 00:00 - Introduction to the Ficus Experts 06:28 - Ficus Altissima (Council Tree) 07:32 - Ficus Audrey (The Banyan Tree) 08:50 - Ficus Benjamina (Weeping Fig) Care 11:23 - Fiddle Leaf Fig: Pros, Cons, and Drama 17:03 - Ginseng Ficus (Bonsai Style) 19:05 - Creeping Fig & Trailing Varieties 32:01 - How much light does a Ficus really need? 38:01 - Watering Tips: Top vs. Bottom Watering 52:40 - When and How to Repot your Ficus Learn more about another houseplant-Monstera with this webinar! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eteKFueSZKA Check out all of the Free Info on growing ficus at https://ngb.org/year-of-the-ficus/ Learn more at ngb.org - we are here to help! Find more information about... - New Plants for Your Garden and Home - https://ngb.org/new-plants/ - Year of Plants - https://ngb.org/2026-year-of-plants/ - Combination Planters - https://ngb.org/combination-ideas/ - Garden Products - https://ngb.org/gardening-products/ - Garden Inspiration and How To - https://ngb.org/new/inspiration/ - Shop Our Members - https://ngb.org/shop-our-members/ Don't forget to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@NationalGardenBureau Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalgardenbureau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/national_garden_bureau/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nationalgarden/