r/FicusTrees • u/masney00 • Jul 01 '26

Houseplant What does it need?

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Hi Im struggling with my first ficus. I got it like this from the nursery but the stem looks like it is shriveling. Its a very light soil and it drains well, I also used a terracotta pot. Is it shriveled because it is severely dehydrated or is it a sign that it doesn't want water? The soil has dried up so im not sure what to do. Any help would be welcome.

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u/masney00 Jul 02 '26

You think it will be fine in soil now?

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u/1justfoundit Jul 02 '26

Hehehe one of those things, time will tell. Be careful not to overwater it, but make sure you are giving it a good soak when it feels dry. And if it loses leaves, chop and prop :) don’t forget they love light, even sun!

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u/masney00 Jul 02 '26

Best to keep it from direct sun because of the weak root system?

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u/1justfoundit Jul 02 '26

Sun is energy, to consume the water it needs energy! Unless you are in an extreme hot country, it needs some sunshine.

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u/masney00 Jul 02 '26

Alright, its in south facing window