Well-Balanced, All-Natural Fiddle Leaf Fig Soil

An aerated, nutrient-rich indoor potting mix for growing fiddle leaf figs
Rated 4.9 out of 5
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☑ High-quality fiddle leaf fig soil mix containing sustainable ingredients
☑ Peat moss free, perlite free, and no vermiculite or coconut coir
☑ Promotes drainage and supports nutrient and moisture retention
☑ The best soil for fiddle leaf fig plants

Vegan Compost

Our aged, plant-based compost provides proper drainage and aeration while ensuring sufficient moisture retention.

An excellent source of essential plant nutrients (like nitrogen and phosphorus), it reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers. Excessive fertilizer use can negatively affect soil pH and microbes.

Carbon-Negative Biochar

Meet biochar — our not-so-secret ingredient.

It enhances soil aeration, nutrient retention, and root development to create a thriving environment for your fiddle leaf fig.

Plus, it helps fight climate change!

How?

Biochar prevents CO2 from reentering the carbon cycle. For every ton of biochar produced, three tons of CO2 are captured!

It’s a fantastic alternative to high carbon footprint substances like coconut coir (coco coir), peat moss, and perlite.

Root Boosting Mycorrhizae

Mycorrhizae (mahy-kuh-rahy-zee) are plant-friendly fungi.

They form a symbiotic relationship with the plant’s roots, creating a secondary root system (a fungal network that supports water and nutrient absorption). 

These fungi also produce glomalin, a gum-like substance that locks in moisture and nutrients for plant uptake. 

Step 1: Pre-Moisten

Rosy potting soil works best when pre-moistened before use. 

Place your potting mix in a container and water it until it releases a few drops when pressed.

Step 2: Pot or repot

Choose a pot with a drainage hole (either at the side or the bottom of the pot) and fill it up 1/3 with the Rosy plant soil.

Step 3: Plant

Carefully release the fiddle leaf from its current pot and loosen the root ball, removing any soil debris around the root system.

Place the plant into the fresh soil and fill the remaining space with the pre-moistened soil. 

Leave an inch of space at the top for watering. 

Step 4: Water

Water your fiddle leaf fig from the top, allowing the excess to drain out the drainage hole.

After the first watering, we recommend bottom watering your plant, with an occasional top watering to flush excess salts/minerals from the soil.

Rosy’s entire supply chain has a net-negative carbon footprint — from manufacturing to delivery. 

Each bag of Rosy potting mix removes 2kg of CO2 from the emission cycle!

How does this work?

We curate the most carbon neutral and negative ingredients (like biochar) and use sustainable packaging and shipping options.

Read our Life Cycle Assessment for more information.

Guaranteed Analysis 0.72-0.22-0.37

Total Nitrogen (N) ..................................0.72%

     0.72 % Water Insoluble Nitrogen

Available Phosphate (P2O5)...................0.22%

Soluble Potash (K2O).............................0.37%

Derived from green compost and wood waste compost

ALSO CONTAINS NON-PLANT FOOD INGREDIENTS 

Soil Amending Guaranteed Analysis

Active Ingredients

     Rhizophagus irregularis.........2.3 propagules/cm3

     Funneliformis mosseae..........2.1 propagules/cm3

     30% Biochar derived from pine wood

Inert Ingredients

     70% Total Other Ingredients (inert as non plant food ingredients)

Biochar reduces soil density and increases soil aeration.

Mycorrhizae may promote root mass expansion and nutrient efficiency.

Rosy Soil vs Other Soil Brands

Carbon Footprint - 2.05 kg + 3.38 kg
Promotes Soil Biodiversity 🐛 🚫
All Natural Ingredients 100% ???
Peat, Synthetics, And Fillers 🙅‍♀️ 🤷‍♂️

Fiddle Leaf Fig Soil and Care

The fiddle leaf fig tree (Ficus lyrata) is a popular houseplant with beautiful, broad, violin-shaped leaves. 

One of the perfect plants for large indoor spaces, they have a bad rep of being high-maintenance and quite finicky. 

But with the right soil and care, you’ll have a thriving Ficus lyrata with stunning foliage. 

Follow our plant care tips to grow fiddle leaf fig plants easily:

1. Use the Best Soil for Fiddle Leaf Fig Plants

Fiddle leaf soil should be well-balanced.

The ideal soil to grow fiddle leaf fig should have:

  • Plenty of nutrients: Your fiddle leaf fig tree needs nutrients for new growth. Ensure your potting soil contains enough organic matter to serve as fiddle leaf fig food.
  • Good drainage: Choose fast-draining soil to prevent root rot. Also, use a pot with a proper drainage hole.
  • Sufficient water retention: The soil should retain enough moisture for your fiddle leaf fig plant to absorb.
  • Strong structure: A fiddle leaf fig plant needs soil additives (like biochar/bark) that anchor its roots.
  • Aeration: Fiddle leaf fig potting soil shouldn’t compact over time. Good aeration keeps the soil fluffy and promotes water drainage.

Hot Tip: Soil additives like biochar, pine bark, and orchid bark improve soil drainage, aeration, and water retention.  

Avoid these types of soil mixes: 

  • Succulent soil (cactus soil)
  • DIY mixes containing peat moss (can compact)
  • Regular potting soil containing dirt (available at gardening stores) 

Instead, use Rosy’s potting soil blend. 

It’s well-balanced and eco-friendly, making it the best soil for growing fiddle leaf figs.

2. Spot Fiddle Leaf Fig Issues

Is your fiddle leaf indoor plant being dramatic?

Growing fiddle leaf figs can be tricky for beginners. 

Here are some common fiddle leaf problems (and how to address them):

  • Leaf drop with brown spots: Fallen leaves with brown spot markings can indicate root rot. Repot your fiddle leaf with fresh soil and ensure proper drainage.
  • Yellowing leaves: Yellow leaves could indicate overwatering, underwatering, or insufficient organic matter.  
  • Wrinkled leaves: Leaf wrinkling usually indicates overwatering. Stick to watering these indoor plants only when the top 1-2 inches of the soil are dry (use a stick/your finger to check).
  • Stagnant growth: Use fertilizer once a month during a fiddle leaf fig’s growing season (spring and summer).

Note: Older or lower leaves may naturally turn yellow or fall off over time. 

3. Fiddle Leaf Fig Repotting 

Use these tips when repotting your fiddle leaf houseplant: 

  • Repot your fiddle fig in its growing season — every 1-2 years or when the root ball grows dense. 
  • Choose a new pot that’s 2/3 the size of your plant.

Hot Tip: To stop your fiddle fig tree from growing larger, trim off up to 20% of the root ball and replant it in the same pot with new soil. 

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Reviewed by Avis L. P.
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Interesting soil seems great.

I’ve transplanted all that I could for about 3 weeks now and all of the plants appear very happy. I enjoyed working with it also. I would definitely plant more of my plants in the soil.

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Let it grow!!

This stuff rocks. Good for the earth and a catalyst for adding houseplants to my collection!

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My plants love it!

I’m really happy with this soil mix. I repotted four plants with this mix 2 months ago and my plants are very happy. My monstera has grown 6 new leaves sine repotting. I did major surgery on my jade and it has put out so many new little leaves. I do pick out little mushrooms often but it doesn’t bother me. Will be purchasing again.

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Great Drainage

Very good aeration and drainage, I tend to over water and because of the excellent drainage me and my plants are on very good terms.

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Grew a new leaf!

I planted some cuttings from a plant I dropped. At first I was a little apprehensive because the soil is really dark lol….but after 3 weeks she seems to be doing great. She even grew a new leaf 🤗.

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Repotting my plants

I received my FIRST order on Saturday. The bag was huge! I repotted my neanthe Bella palm and she is adjusting nicely. Then I used the rest to repot a huge sansevieria that I received last month and which was rootbound. This soil was extremely easy to work with and I managed to transfer my sansevieria into a larger pot with no difficulty. I appreciate the time which the team has taken to answer all of my questions regarding this soil. I am highly recommending and will definitely purchase again

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seed starter

I like it as a seed starter

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Incredible

Incredible

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Plants are thriving.

I've been using ROSY soil for a little over a year now, and my plants have never been happier. I've noticed a significant improvement in the overall health of my pothos, with extremely fast growth. It's very easy to work with and provides everything your plant needs to thrive. I was able to use the abundance of growth to propagate more healthy pothos plants - all potted in ROSY. I would recommend this to any plant parent!

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I love this soil

I love this soil. They're so beautiful and growing so fast

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