The rubber tree oh what a gem! It is the easiest of the ficus trifecta to maintain and keep alive! I feel like the rubber tree aka ficus elastica doesn't get the attention it deserves, so here she goes getting all then attention in this post! I had the pleasure of seeing the rubber tree in it's natural environment in Florida, and its was massive! It made me fall in love this plant all over again. 

Plant Notes:

Size: 10" growers nursery pot 

Please allow up to two weeks for plant availability.  

All plants are supplied by the Plant Junkie.

Local pick up only in Langley. 

Rubber Tree Care

Water: In the summer time make sure to water your ficus elastica every 7 days. In the winter dormant conditions water once every two weeks. With the rubber tree you want a happy medium, not soggy wet but not bone dry. They like their soil a bit moist (ugh hate hate hate that water) but you get the picture! 

Light: The rubber tree likes medium light, so doesn't need the brightest indirect light. A good east/south facing window will be perfect for bright natural light. Be careful thou, don't let your rubber tree get direct sunlight as it will burn the leaves. 

Humidity: Native to the tropics, your rubber tree appreciates weekly misting of their leaves. The rubber tree will do well in the normal temps in your home! 

Pet safe: Rubber trees are mildly toxic for humans and pets!