Grown outside in warm humid conditions, Ficus elastica can become a massive tree, growing up to 40m, given time. It has aerial and buttress roots helping to anchor the trunk and support the heavy branches. It has large, glossy, elliptical, deep green leaves that start bronzy from a rolled up, pointed sort of sheath. Will grow in most soils providing they are well drained. Very little maintenance is required. Use a fast draining potting mix, ficus elastica needs regular watering and time to dry out between waterings. During the growing months feed weekly with a weak liquid or granular fertiliser.
Technical specification
Ambient: Outdoor plant
Temperature: Full sun or partial shade
Terrain: Outdoor plant soil mix, well drained
Watering: Almost dry out between watering.
Fertilizer: Universal fertilizer, liquid or granular