well on point. . .2 ruby leaves got browning edges, im suspecting due to rapid temperature changes (in austria)from 33c in october to 22 now (south facing apartment), pruning sheres , half moon indeed 🍀
I came here because my ficus got brown edges on the leaves, I know now, from underwatering (as I grow mostly succulents). The watering regime may be very different when you live in a dry climate ( low humidity) . The water is sucked out by the air rather than by the plant. It is a chalenge, to try and grow tropical plants in a dry climate. It is interesting to also have a hygrometer as well as a thermometer. Your talk was very well done, very comprehensive, shows you have a lot of experience. It was a pleasure to watch.
Hi Tobewithyouhoo, Thank you so much for your kind comment and thank you for sharing your gardening advice and experience! I will definitely look into a hygrometer as well, l have never tried one before. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Thank you! I think in my efforts to not overwater, I’m underwatering. My ficus elastica tineke is doing well. New growth. Beautiful leaves. But, some mid and lower leaves have brown crispy edges. Totally off topic - Your dress is so pretty!
Hi Kgguy, That is fantastic, lm so happy your Ficus is doing so well. Thanks for sharing your Ficus Gardening journey and your lovely comment. PS: Thanks, that is my favourite dress. 😃 Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Hi Maricel, Thanks heaps for watching the content and your lovely comment. I'm so glad the content Waa helpful and was explained well. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Thanks for your info. Ive given up on this plant. I bought 6 of them. Studied all the right material. Religiuosly checked soil and conditions. All, thats right, ALL OF THESE POS PLANTS DIED. THERE just like cilantro. Its dam near imposible to keep them alive. So depressing to see money thrown in thr trash. Never can understand how these plsnts do well at the big box stores. Im sure the workers dont spend hours and hours investigsting these plant and their sophistication. All thsy do is water them and move on to the next plant, and yet the plant survives with no issues. i even tried contscting the distributors for these plsnts to see what the secret to success was, and basically was not told anything that i alreafy didnt kno. These plants SUCK for me in my opinion. To have to come at these plants like their newborn children and they still die pisses me off beyond belief.
Hi Mike, Thanks for sharing your unfortunate experience with growing Ficus. You can always try growing them outside as do do thrive outdoors and even in full sun once acclimated. Keep going you will get there. Thanks for watching and Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Hi, Fantastic question. If the majority of the leaf is brown l will remove it. If only small section is brown then l leave the leaf. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Hi , I do it once a month to keep the dust off the leaves and help prevent pest. Thanks for a great question and watching the content. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
@user-gz6me9ho6f I use sensitive baby wipes or alcohol wipes which will help get rid of pest more then a damp cloth. I use to mist but found it does nothing for humidity and more likely to cause fungal disease on the leaves. Ficus don't need high humidity to thrive they are very adaptable plants. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Hi Great Question, I find cacti plants are very good for temperature changes yet they do require high light to keep the nice shape of the cacti. Happy Gardening ❤️
Very nice video. I have a ficus elastica that looks very healthy but I noticed some little small brown dots on the back of a few of the leaves but the leaves still look very healthy. Is there a reason why?
Hi Rod, Great question! Small raised brown spots can be scales. Flat/ indented small brown spots count indicate fungus issues like rust spots. If the spots spread then it's definitely fungal issue and needs to be moved to area with better air circulation and a fungalcide. Thanks for watching and asking a question! Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
well on point. . .2 ruby leaves got browning edges, im suspecting due to rapid temperature changes (in austria)from 33c in october to 22 now (south facing apartment), pruning sheres , half moon indeed 🍀
Hi Christina,
thanks for your kind comment and glad the info helped and was on point. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
I came here because my ficus got brown edges on the leaves, I know now, from underwatering (as I grow mostly succulents). The watering regime may be very different when you live in a dry climate ( low humidity) . The water is sucked out by the air rather than by the plant. It is a chalenge, to try and grow tropical plants in a dry climate. It is interesting to also have a hygrometer as well as a thermometer. Your talk was very well done, very comprehensive, shows you have a lot of experience. It was a pleasure to watch.
Hi Tobewithyouhoo,
Thank you so much for your kind comment and thank you for sharing your gardening advice and experience! I will definitely look into a hygrometer as well, l have never tried one before. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Nobody will tell me whether I should cut those leaves off, trim/reshape the leaves themselves, or leave them on.
This is right on time. I’m propagating some cuttings from a neighbor. It’s doing well even growing new leaves. Thanks for sharing 😊
Hi, Thank is awesome and thanks for watching the content! Happy Ficus Gardening❤️
Thank you! I think in my efforts to not overwater, I’m underwatering. My ficus elastica tineke is doing well. New growth. Beautiful leaves. But, some mid and lower leaves have brown crispy edges.
Totally off topic - Your dress is so pretty!
Hi Kgguy,
That is fantastic, lm so happy your Ficus is doing so well. Thanks for sharing your Ficus Gardening journey and your lovely comment.
PS: Thanks, that is my favourite dress. 😃
Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Thank you! Your video was super helpful. I’ve never had house plants and now have a ruby ficus and I’m learning how to care for her!
Hi Jamie, Thanks for watching and your wonderful comment. I'm so happy the content is helpful to help her grow. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Hi Jamie,
Thank you so much for watching and your lovely comment. I'm so happy the info will help you grow your beauty. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
What a great informative video! Thank you. Perfect timing as I’m about to start checking my plants for either repotting or new soil
Hi Bobbim, Thank you very much for your kind comment ! Glad it was informative for growing your plants. Happy Gardening ❤️
What a great overview of information. Thanks very much!
Hi Nadya,
Thanks for your kind comment and glad the info was useful ! Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
great explanation. I was having issues with my ruby browning leaves.
Hi Maricel,
Thanks heaps for watching the content and your lovely comment. I'm so glad the content Waa helpful and was explained well.
Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Estou com esse problema na minha ficus elástica,amei as dicas 😍😍💚💚💐
Hi Leticia, Thank you for your kind comment and enjoying the content. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
@@PlantNationMinh thank you !
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Thanks for your info. Ive given up on this plant. I bought 6 of them. Studied all the right material. Religiuosly checked soil and conditions. All, thats right, ALL OF THESE POS PLANTS DIED. THERE just like cilantro. Its dam near imposible to keep them alive. So depressing to see money thrown in thr trash. Never can understand how these plsnts do well at the big box stores. Im sure the workers dont spend hours and hours investigsting these plant and their sophistication. All thsy do is water them and move on to the next plant, and yet the plant survives with no issues. i even tried contscting the distributors for these plsnts to see what the secret to success was, and basically was not told anything that i alreafy didnt kno. These plants SUCK for me in my opinion. To have to come at these plants like their newborn children and they still die pisses me off beyond belief.
Hi Mike,
Thanks for sharing your unfortunate experience with growing Ficus. You can always try growing them outside as do do thrive outdoors and even in full sun once acclimated.
Keep going you will get there. Thanks for watching and Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Do you cut off leaves that have brown edges?
Hi, Fantastic question.
If the majority of the leaf is brown l will remove it. If only small section is brown then l leave the leaf.
Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
How are they from India and South America??? Two different places girl
Hi Arun,
Opps meant to say India and South Asia. Thanks for picking up the mistake, guy. Happy Ficus Gardening! ❤️
How often should the leaves of a ficus ruby elastica be wiped?
Hi , I do it once a month to keep the dust off the leaves and help prevent pest. Thanks for a great question and watching the content. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
@@PlantNationMinh I assume that you just use a damp cloth? What about misting the leaves with water?
@user-gz6me9ho6f
I use sensitive baby wipes or alcohol wipes which will help get rid of pest more then a damp cloth. I use to mist but found it does nothing for humidity and more likely to cause fungal disease on the leaves. Ficus don't need high humidity to thrive they are very adaptable plants. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Hi I believe I have those little spots under my leaves which you were referring too. What can I use to get rid of the fungus. Thanks
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Thanks ❤️
What's a good plant that can adapt to temperature changes? Like next to a window ?
Hi Great Question, I find cacti plants are very good for temperature changes yet they do require high light to keep the nice shape of the cacti. Happy Gardening ❤️
Very nice video. I have a ficus elastica that looks very healthy but I noticed some little small brown dots on the back of a few of the leaves but the leaves still look very healthy. Is there a reason why?
Hi Rod,
Great question! Small raised brown spots can be scales. Flat/ indented small brown spots count indicate fungus issues like rust spots. If the spots spread then it's definitely fungal issue and needs to be moved to area with better air circulation and a fungalcide.
Thanks for watching and asking a question! Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
@@PlantNationMinh thank you