Calabrese Greenhouse, Inc.
Ficus Ruby/Tineke Bush- 4"
Ficus Ruby/Tineke Bush- 4"
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*Does not include Decorative planter pot
Light
Ficus elastica likes the type of bright, indirect light that mimics that found in its natural tropical forest habitat. Place the plant in an east-facing window or set it back from a south- or west-facing window. Avoid direct harsh afternoon sun.
Too much direct light scorches the foliage, but overly low-light conditions will see the pink hues on the leaves fade, there will be less new leaf growth, and your plant could become unattractively leggy.
Soil
Use loose and well-drained potting mix. Slightly acidic cactus mixes are a good option.
Water
Let the top couple of inches of potting mix dry out to the touch in between waterings. Deep watering once every one to two weeks during the growing season is usually enough, depending on the light and humidity in your home. Slightly underwatering is better than overwatering, as too much moisture leads to root rot.
Don't drip water on the leaves as it may cause staining.
Temperature and Humidity
The ideal temperature range for ficus Tineke is between 60 and 75°F. It does not tolerate temperatures below 55°F well. Avoid sudden temperature drops and exposure to draughts, dry heat vents, and AC units.
Fertilizer
Feed the plant with a diluted liquid houseplant fertilizer every few weeks through the growing season in the spring and summer. Skip the fertilizer during the winter months.
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