Ficus Moclame Plant - XL

Overwatering is the leading cause of leaf drop in Ficus Moclame plants. Excessive water suffocates your plant's roots, leading to rot in the long run—which you want to avoid! So, water your plant only twice a week or when the top two inches of the soil dry out. Remember, balance is key! Other reasons for leaf drop could also be improper lighting, pesky pests, and environmental stress.

If your Ficus Moclame is shedding leaves, you must first understand why! Solve that problem and your plant will begin to grow new and healthy leaves over time. The biggest reasons for leaf drop can be overwatering, improper lighting, pest infestations, and lack of humidity.

Improper watering is the biggest killer of Ficus Moclame plants and also the reason behind their yellowing leaves. Chances are that you are overwatering your Moclame and smothering its roots. So, ensure that you're watering your plant only twice a week or when the top two inches of the soil dry out.

Ensuring clean foliage is the key to maintaining proper plant health. Use a soft, damp cloth to clean your Ficus Moclame as you gently pat down its leaves. Make sure that all the dust and dirt get removed with the cloth. Pro tip: always use lukewarm water to clean, and avoid chemicals or waxes - they do more harm than good!

To prune your Ficus Moclame, first, ensure to pick sharp and properly sterilized pruning tools. We want to avoid all possibilities of infection! Then, trim all leggy, overgrown, dead, and diseased branches. If bushier growth is what you want to encourage, remember to cut right above a leaf node. Also, prune your plant during its active growing seasons -- spring and summer.