Garden Goods Direct | Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree

The Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree (Ficus lyrata) is simply eye candy in tree form. The New York Times recently described the Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree as having a balance of whimsy, pop, structure, and color. To have a houseplant be so popular it warrants its own New York Times article proves how popular the Fiddle Leaf Fig Treehas become. Native to the tropical rainforests of central and western Africa, it is named for its fiddle-shaped leaves, bearing an uncanny resemblance in shape and size to a violin. This adaptable plantis easy to care for (with a little routine) and will make a statement against any interior design style you have at home. Ficus lyratawill easily add height, color, drama, and texture to a brightly lit corner of your favorite living space. We’ve even seen these popular trees adorn commercial spaces and chic hotel lobbies; we don’t see them becoming any less popular soon. The Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree fits in seamlessly with almost every interior design style; it grows large and makes a statement, and it can settle into a routine and become very easy to take care of. The feeling you get when you master Fiddle Leaf Fig’s care routine is gratifying. Any well-lit room with enough ceiling clearance for these tall trees will benefit from a real Fiddle Leaf Fig tree – they’re like living sculptures that also help to clean the air. You can choose Fiddle variations that are more bush-like or have smaller leaves too.