Rubber tree plant care sun.
Ruby red rubber plant care.
Burgundy rubber plant ficus elastica burgundy a man made cultivar develops large leaves 8 to 12 inches long and 4 inches wide with a burgundy tint and.
Lets start with a quick summary of rubber plant care with additional details following.
I have come across a lot of rubber plants aka ficus elastica in garden stores but never really fell in love with them to buy one.
This includes wiping the leaves with a damp cloth or even misting them.
Mine was growing in a 10 pot and i repotted it into a 15 pot last year more on that below.
Rubber plant care and growing tips.
The ficus elastica ruby also known as a variegated rubber tree is native to tropical regions of india and malaysia.
Ruby rubber tree plant.
Grow away from continuous direct sunlight.
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How to care for a rubber plant ficus elastica.
The all green types will take some shade and poorly lit spaces but too much for too long and the plant will become lanky and spindly.
Its care is similar to that of the rubber tree however its unique tri colored variegation requires brighter light conditions than the burgundy variety to keep the colors strong and defined.
Instead give your rubber plant a well lit spot with some indirect sun if possible.
The moment i saw it i had to have it.
The ficus elastica also called the rubber plant has climb up the ranks.
Luckily enough i found it in ruby as in ficus elastica ruby red.
In this video i share with you my care tips for one of my favorite houseplants today.
The ones i ve seen are decora that s mine robusta variegata ruby and black prince.
Rubber trees do not require much light but flourish in bright indirect light.
It now stands 6 from the ground.
Rubber plant care guide light.
Watch for droopy leaves which indicate a need for more water.
During the dormant season your plant may only need water once or twice a month.
Basic rubber plant care light.
Burgundy rubber plant care.
Rubber plants are usually sold as floor plants.
Rubber plants need bright light to thrive.
Many people put their rubber trees near a window where the light is filtered through a pair of sheer curtains.
I liked how they looked but i was waiting for the one.
If the plant gets less light while leaves are growing the leaves will actually be larger.
Rubber plants water needs vary according to season.
