Awhile ago I used a Home Depot gift card and discovered a Fiddle Leaf Fig in the garden center. Although I don’t have a green thumb, I enjoy having plants indoors—both my mother and grandmother kept plants inside and out, so they feel familiar and comforting to me.
I love the tree’s large, glossy leaves and the way the pruned trunk gives it a tree-like shape. It brings a sculptural, vibrant touch to the room and fills an otherwise empty corner nicely.
For now I’ve placed it in the basket that held our woodland Christmas tree. I considered using an antique pot but don’t have one on hand. To protect the basket, I set a disposable roasting pan underneath to catch any watering drips. I water the plant about once a week and so far it’s doing well—I’ve had it roughly two months and it’s still thriving, which feels like a win.
Some leaves show a few brown edges. I’m not certain of the cause yet—whether it’s watering, humidity, or light—so I plan to look into care tips to correct any issues I can.
I’m not sure how long the Fiddle Leaf Fig will be happy next to the fireplace, especially when the hearth is used more in colder months. Since spring has arrived and the fireplace won’t be used as frequently, I’m keeping it there for now. It may eventually move closer to the front room window where it could get more consistent light, but for the moment it anchors the family room corner beautifully.
Recently I’ve added a few other houseplants around the house as well, which help create a cohesive, lived-in look and bring more greenery into different rooms.
Do you have experience caring for Fiddle Leaf Figs?
Please share any tips or tricks in the comments—I’d love to hear what has worked for you.