Ficus and Schefflera Decline After Moving: Light Change = Water Change

Post-Move Leaf Drop in Two Large Plants

A 6-foot ficus and 4-foot schefflera shed after relocation. Cause: lower light → slower growth → less water needed. Same watering = overwatering/root rot.

Fixes

• Both: right at unobstructed window (ficus needs more light).
• Ficus: water when top inch dry.
• Schefflera: water when top ¼ dry.
• No repot/fertilizer until recovered.

Patience + correct watering for new light level.