Propagating Fiddle Leaf Figs: Simple Steps for Success

Fiddle Leaf Fig Propagation: A Step-by-Step Guide June 2, 2025 Houseplant enthusiasts are always looking for ways to propagate their favorite plants, and the fiddle leaf fig is no exception. Recently, a video by Yvette (Plants + TT Shop) on TikTok (@plantedbyycee) has gained popularity, demonstrating a simple yet effective method for propagating fiddle leaf fig cuttings. The video shows Yvette pruning her overgrown fig, carefully selecting healthy stems for propagation. She emphasizes a crucial step often overlooked by beginners: allowing the cut ends to dry for at least an hour before placing them in water. This prevents rot, a common problem in plant propagation. To further boost root growth, she adds a few drops of a commercial root growth stimulant called Prop Drops to the water. "I always let the cut end dry out for at least an hour; this helps prevent rot," Yvette explains in the video. "Then I add a few drops of Prop Drops to the water to boost root growth. It’s been my go-to for healthy, happy cuttings!" The video’s popularity highlights the growing interest in houseplant care and propagation. Yvette’s simple, practical approach, combined with the use of a readily available root growth stimulant, makes her method easily replicable for home gardeners of all skill levels. The video concludes with the propagated cutting placed in a glass of water, ready to begin its journey to becoming a new, independent plant.