Fatsia japonica problems

[Guykb]

Hi all, bought this a few weeks ago and it started to droop after about a week. Thought it was too shady so I moved it nearer the doors, but not into any direct sun... The problem has got worse. I have been careful not to over water but now the leaves are showing signs of dying. Help!
Thank you...

 

[Tetters]

Hello Guy, welcome to the forums.
I think that plant looks very big for the space it has, and would probably like it better in the ground in a shady spot outside. It does need to be in soil with good drainage, but will suffer terribly if left to dry out. This needs a constant water supply and feed throughout the growing period.
If it has to stay indoors it will need a very big pot to support it. It may be possible to cut it back a bit to give it more chance of survival.
It looks thirsty to me.

 

[DirtMechanic]

Mine do best in dappled sun. Those are twice the size of the ones in deep shade. They want good drainage too. A stuffed up rootball wont do at all.