Ficus elastica
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree
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
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.