Fiddle Leaf Fig Brown Spots: Light and Water Fixes

Causes

Brown spots on Ficus lyrata are generic—usually light or water issues.

Light: Directly in front of a sunny, uncovered window. No corners, no distance.
Water: When soil surface feels almost dry. Water until a little drains out.
Water quality: If tap water is hard, use filtered or distilled.

Consistent bright light and precise watering prevent new spots. Old spots remain but don't spread.

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