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Fiddle Leaf Fig Growing Guide

Moraceae family

Days to Harvest365 days
SunlightFull Sun
Frost ToleranceNone
Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)
Germination14-28 days
HardinessTender
Germ. Temp75°F

Growth Stages

  1. New Cutting / Pup
  2. Establishing
  3. Actively Growing
  4. Mature

Planting Dates by Zone

ZoneStart IndoorsTransplantDirect SowHarvest
Zone 1a—May 25—May 25
Zone 1b—May 25—May 25
Zone 2a—May 15—May 15
Zone 2b—May 25—May 25
Zone 3a—May 22—May 22
Zone 3b—May 15—May 15
Zone 4a—May 5—May 5
Zone 4b—May 1—May 1
Zone 5a—Apr 28—Apr 28
Zone 5b—Apr 28—Apr 28
Zone 6a—Apr 28—Apr 28
Zone 6b—Apr 15—Apr 15
Zone 7a—Apr 15—Apr 15
Zone 7b—Apr 10—Apr 10
Zone 8a—Apr 5—Apr 5
Zone 8b—Mar 22—Mar 22
Zone 9a—Mar 20—Mar 20
Zone 9b—Mar 10—Mar 10
Zone 10a—Feb 20—Feb 20
Zone 10b—Jan 28—Jan 28
Zone 11a—Jan 28—Jan 28
Zone 11b—Jan 15—Jan 15
Zone 12a—Jan 1—Jan 1
Zone 12b—Jan 1—Jan 1
Zone 13a—Jan 1—Jan 1
Zone 13b—Jan 1—Jan 1

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to grow Fiddle Leaf Fig?

Fiddle Leaf Fig takes approximately 365 days from planting to harvest.

How much sun does Fiddle Leaf Fig need?

Fiddle Leaf Fig requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).

How far apart should I plant Fiddle Leaf Fig?

Plant Fiddle Leaf Fig at 1/sqft (12" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.

Can Fiddle Leaf Fig survive frost?

Fiddle Leaf Fig is frost-sensitive and should not be exposed to frost.

How long does Fiddle Leaf Fig take to germinate?

Fiddle Leaf Fig seeds germinate in 14-28 days at an optimal temperature of 75°F.

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