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.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12', 12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Water Garden
Accenting Features
Specimen
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Foundation, Indoor, Lawn, Patio
Special Uses
Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.