The Tree derivative, Fig Tree is a simple plant to repot. Follow the steps below on repotting your Tree. The steps are very similar to any other plant in the Moraceae family.
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Repotting Fig Tree from one pot to another step by step
In this article and the steps below, you’ll learn how to repot your Fig Tree, just like you would repot your Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple as it is in the same family. Follow along as you do it or make notes if necessary.
First, get your Fig Tree loose in the pot
Once you have decided on repotting, do you research. Without research, the repotting process may not be as effective as you think and you can use this as an opportunity to maximise the health and growth of your Fig Tree by checking the soil ph (Neutral) and timing the repot just before the bloom time of the plant too. The bloom time of Fig Tree is: Spring (outdoors). Once you are sure when to repot, water your soil in preparation for extraction.
Second, prepare the new pot for your Fig Tree
Patience is key when extracting your Fig Tree from the pot. Depending on the age of the Fig Tree, it may have complex root systems. Take care and maybe turn it upside down to ease it out.
Third, select the soil optimally when preparing Fig Tree for repotting
So you have prepared your new pot and also removed Fig Tree from the old pot. The final step is simple, fill in any gaps with Well-draining soil and allow your Fig Tree to flourish.
How to nurture your Fig Tree
Read on for some additional information on the care of Fig Tree.
What plant family is Fig Tree from?
To take care of your Fig Tree in the best way after repotting, make sure you research how to take care of Tree in general as your plant is from the same family. In latin, this family name is called Moraceae that is toxic to humans and pets.
What other names does Fig Tree have?
There may be other more scientific names for your Fig Tree such as Fig Tree Ficus benjamina or ‘Ficus benjamina’ as a more botanical name. Consider repotting other plants like a European Beech or if you want to be different, another type of plant like Creeping Thyme to continue repotting.
How will you know you have successfully repot Fig Tree?
To see your Fig Tree reaching its full size of 6 ft. high, 3 ft. wide (indoors), 70 ft. tall, 70 ft. wide (outdoors) requires your attention and care. Imagine it is a while after repotting and you have taken care of the plant in the right way. You’ll have the joy of seeing it burst into Yellow, white blooms precisely during Spring (outdoors) time. This is achieved by taking care of your plant like you would any other similar plant like a False Cypress. Using the right care and being patient after you repot is key.
After repotting Fig Tree, should you keep inside or out?
Whether Fig Tree is kept inside or out after repotting is dependent on personal preference and you may wish to rotate your Fig Tree from one environment to the next as the seasons change. So, compare your local climate to your plants natural climate: Asia. Also, make sure you’re nearby the recommended hardiness zone if keeping outside: 9-11 (USDA)
Managing the growth and care of Fig Tree following repotting
Repotting is most of the time going to help your Fig Tree grow, especially if you are moving it to a more suitably sized pot with some better fitting soil. However, once repotted, you should grow the plant in the right hardiness zone of 9-11 (USDA) and in a similar climate to where the plant would have usually been growing (Asia).
This is vital to maximise the chance it will reach its mature size of 6 ft. high, 3 ft. wide (indoors), 70 ft. tall, 70 ft. wide (outdoors). Also, a final factor in ensuring that Fig Tree reaches this height and the full mature size that it can is to ensure the exposure from the sun is correct. Aim for it to get Partial exposure.