Description
Variegated Rubber Tree (Ficus elastica ‘Ruby’)
Plant Habit: | Tree |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
Plant Height: | 6 to 8 feet |
Plant Spread: | 4 to 6 feet |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Variegated |
Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
Suitable Locations: | Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree Houseplant |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant Drought tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Pollinators: | Wasps |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |