Ruby Ficus elastica - triple planted - 10L / 25cm / Large philodenron

Ruby Ficus elastica - triple planted - 10L / 25cm / Large philodenronThe Ficus elastica is often referred to as the Rubber Tree because the sap of this species is the original source of latex, but there's nothing plastic about this tree. It's alive it's alive! The Ruby Ficus elastica Rubber Tree is a jewel in any collection. Its army green leaves are bordered and splashed with peachy red variegation that gets bolder with increased size, light intensity and exposure to cold stress, gradually resting as a cream

Humidity & Ambient requirements: Prefers warm humid environments inside but can deal with most home environments

Prune by cutting leggy stems to encourage bushy growth

exposing eye-catching eye-like leaf scars where old foliage once grew

Leaf drop may occur with overwatering

Avoid temperatures below 10°C

you just need to adjust your watering frequency and fertilising now that the temperature and light changes will happen naturally

these proceed upwards in an orderly fashion and make for a great corner-filler in a bright room due to its small size

Humidity & Ambient requirements: Prefers warm environments inside and adaptable for nearly any situation

Use a light

Give them bright indirect light and access to evenly moist

Avoid fertilising in winter or when growth is very slow

Ideal for Intermediate-experienced plant keepers or beyond