Ficus Elastica 'Ruby'

DISCLAIMER

1. The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
2. Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
3. Overall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Up to the 1970s, the rubber bush has been one of the most prominent plants in any German household.
• The Ficus Elastica Ruby, also known as a variegated Rubber tree, is native to tropical regions of India and Malaysia.
• 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.
• The plant is well-loved in offices, conservatories, and entrance halls, but is increasingly gaining importance for living spaces again because it degrades formaldehyde from furniture and carpets and grows really well in room temperatures.

SOIL REQUIREMENT

• The best potting mix for rubber tree plants is well-draining and slightly acidic with a pH ranging from 5.5 to 7.0.
• The Ficus elastica can tolerate a variety of potting mixes but will thrive in one containing one part peat or potting soil, one part pine bark, and one part coarse sand or perlite.

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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT

• For the young roots, apply a high phosphorus fertilizer to stimulate root development.
• As the plant matures to produce much foliage, apply a high nitrogen fertilizer every four (4) weeks during growth as this stimulates full and healthy foliage development.

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LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Bright, indirect light is ideal for growing the Rubber Plant, however, they are unusually tolerant of lower light spaces for a ficus.

WATER REQUIREMENT

• Spray them regularly especially if the plant is surrounded by heated air.
• During the growing season, water moderately with lukewarm water.

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