Ficus: Shivereana

Light Put ficus shivereana in a place that receives medium to bright indirect light but not direct sunlight. Brighter light will help this plant maintain its colorful variegation. Soil Use a light, well-drained potting mix for ficus shivereana. Lighten up a basic potting mix with a few handfuls of perlite or orchid bark to enhance drainage. Water Instead of watering on a set schedule, check your ficus shivereana's soil moisture regularly to determine when the plant needs water. Water when the top half of the soil has dried out and allow water to flow out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the plant. Check drip trays to make sure the plant isn't sitting in water, which can lead to root rot. Note that you'll need to water more frequently during the spring and summer than in the winter when the plant grows more slowly. Temperature and Humidity Like many other tropical plants, ficus shivereana grows best with at least 50% humidity. Keep it close to other tropicals to create a mor