Description
Burgundy Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica) carries huge, glossy, deep burgundy-green leaves on a bold upright stem – one of the most architectural houseplants you can grow, and genuinely low maintenance once it settles into a bright spot. New leaves unfurl from a striking red sheath.
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- Large glossy burgundy-toned leaves, real architectural presence
- Extremely tolerant of typical indoor conditions
- Air-purifying qualities widely associated with Ficus species
- Grows into an impressive floor specimen over the years
- Dramatic red new-leaf sheaths as it grows
Growing guide
- Sow: surface sow on moist mix, press in, do not bury – light aids germination
- Germination: 14-30 days at 24-27 C (75-80 F), kept humid under cover
- Light: bright indirect light; some direct morning sun deepens the burgundy tone
- Water: when the top 3-5 cm of soil dries; do not let it sit wet
- Indoors: suitable year round anywhere; wipe leaves occasionally to keep them glossy
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