I finally figured out why my Ficus lyrata was dropping leaves everywhere—turns out I was watering it way too often
PlantParent·27 July 2026Community
I finally figured out why my Ficus lyrata was dropping leaves everywhere—turns out I was watering it way too often. Once I switched to the "wait until the top inch is dry" rule, it's actually thriving now. The new growth coming in looks so glossy! Has anyone else struggled with overwatering theirs, or am I just late to this lesson?