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Fiddle Leaf Fig Dropping Leaves After Repotting Root-Bound Plant? Wait for New Growth Before Fertilizing

A fiddle leaf fig (4 months old, from a memorial) dropped healthy leaves. Owner reduced water, leaves drooped. Repotted from severely root-bound state (roots circling top under moss). Leaf drop slowed, but new growth is bare sticks, leaf edges browning.

Transplant Shock Is Normal

The plant is recovering from severe root disturbance. Bare sticks and browning edges are stress responses.

Care Now

Keep evenly moist (not wet).
Do NOT fertilize until new green leaves appear.
Bright, indirect light.
Patience—recovery takes weeks to months.

Zone 8 Texas: Keep Indoors

Fiddle leaf figs are tropical. They cannot survive teens temperatures. Container culture is correct.

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