Here is how to care for the Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica):
🌞 Lighting
- Bright, indirect light
- Can tolerate medium light
- Avoid direct sunlight
💧 Watering
- Water after the top 3–5 cm of soil has dried out
- Do not overwater (excess water can cause root rot)
🌱 Soil
- Light, well-draining soil
- Prefer a mixture of potting soil with perlite
🌡 Temperature
- Between 18 to 30 degrees Celsius
- Does not like cold or drafts
🌿 Fertilizing
- Once a month in spring and summer
- Diluted balanced fertilizer
✂ Pruning
- You can trim the tips to encourage bushiness
- Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust