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Ficus elastica
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany
Description
This evergreen tree will grow 25'-50' tall and has dark green, leathery leaves with rosey pink sheaths.
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.