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 |
