Ruby Red Rubber Plant Care

The moment i saw it i had to have it.

Ruby red rubber plant care. Mine was growing in a 10 pot and i repotted it into a 15 pot last year more on that below. Instead give your rubber plant a well lit spot with some indirect sun if possible. 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. Watch for droopy leaves which indicate a need for more water.

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. Grow away from continuous direct sunlight. This includes wiping the leaves with a damp cloth or even misting them. During the dormant season your plant may only need water once or twice a month.

It now stands 6 from the ground. Rubber trees do not require much light but flourish in bright indirect light. Red lipstick and buying way too. Luckily enough i found it in ruby as in ficus elastica ruby red.

Many people put their rubber trees near a window where the light is filtered through a pair of sheer curtains. Basic rubber plant care light. Grow your rubber plant in soil that drains well create moderate humidity and keep temperatures between 50 f 10 c to 85 f 29 c. The ones i ve seen are decora that s mine robusta variegata ruby and black prince.

The ficus elastica ruby also known as a variegated rubber tree is native to tropical regions of india and malaysia. If the plant gets less light while leaves are growing the leaves will actually be larger. The ficus elastica also called the rubber plant has climb up the ranks. In the growing season summer the plant should be kept moist.

Lets start with a quick summary of rubber plant care with additional details following. Rubber plants water needs vary according to season. Rubber plants are usually sold as floor plants. In this video i share with you my care tips for one of my favorite houseplants today.

Rubber plant care and growing tips. 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. 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. Burgundy rubber plant care.

Rubber tree plant care sun. How to care for a rubber plant ficus elastica. Water when the top inch of soil becomes dry and fertilize monthly. I liked how they looked but i was waiting for the one.