Ficus Elastica Variegata 'Ruby'

A glossy-leafed tree used as a foliage accent with oval shaped leaves. Ruby has pink-red, cream and green variegated coloured leaves. Thrives as an indoor plant, growing to 3m. 

Habitat:you can grow this to 3m high with one leading branch, it will get about 60cm wide. but best kept 1.2m high, then can tip out at the top to turn into a tree, which will grow 1m in diameter when turned into a tree. Ideal for pots indoors.

Light: Bright indirect light

Water: Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing the top layer of soil to dry out between waterings and keep a little on the drier side in the winter.

Humidity: High, mist plant 3 times a week to minimise brown leaf tips.

Soil: Re-pot into Oderings houseplant potting mix

Fertiliser: Use a Liquid fertiliser once a month in the growing season

Pests:  Aphids are most common and can be found on new growth

Poisonous for pets: Toxic to pets and humans if ingested.

Note: Picture is a guide only, plant size may differ from image.

Pot not included. 

Houseplant