[net.garden] weeping fig

dejongh@osu-dbs.UUCP (10/25/83)

I bought a weeping fig two months ago, from a guy who had shipped lots
of them up from Florida.  It has been losing a lot of its lower leaves, 
even though  it has been growing new leaves on top.  I have been keeping it
in a spot that doesn't have a whole lot of light.  Do you think that it is
just adjusting to the light situation, or is it sick?  Any suggestions?

			Matt DeJongh

padpowell@wateng.UUCP (PAD Powell [Admin]) (10/31/83)

They need lots of light. However, check your drainage.  They should be in
well drained,  perhaps even slightly sandy soil.  They do not do well in
clay or loam for some odd reason.

Patrick Powell