- Low-Maintenance Tropical Plant
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
- Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 8 feet
Ficus elastica, commonly called the Rubber Tree, is a thick-leaved tropical that demands a small amount of attention but gives a lot of pleasure. Burgundy Rubber Tree has deep maroon leaves that have even deeper colored backs. The sturdy upright growth of the Burgundy Rubber Tree makes it a great addition to an indoor plantscape of other tropicals.
Best Locations For Growing Burgundy Rubber Tree
Rubber Tree prefers a warm, humid environment. Keep it away from drafty doors, windows, and air conditioner vents. The high humidity of a brightly lit bathroom may be the ultimate home for this lush tropical. All Rubber Plants contain latex sap that can cause issues for those allergic to latex or pets.
Burgundy Rubber Tree Sunlight Requirements
Indirect or filtered bright light is perfect for Rubber Tree. A southern- or eastern-facing window is ideal. Make sure to set the plant back a bit from the window and place it directly across the room. Direct sunlight will burn the leaves. Growing Burgundy Rubber Tree outdoors for the summer helps to improve growth; find a location in part to dappled shade to prevent scorching.
Burgundy Rubber Tree Care
Rubber Trees grow quickly and need to be repotted every year. Letting this plant get root bound will dramatically slow down growth. That can be a good thing or a bad thing, depending on if you want to restrict growth or not. Always use a soil-based indoor potting mix with perlite added for drainage. As Burgundy Rubber Tree grows taller, a stake may be needed to support the main stem.
Watering Burgundy Rubber Tree
Rubber plants do not tolerate any amount of drought and will need regular watering. Watering once a week during the summer and every 2-3 weeks during the winter is common. The top 1-2 inches of potting soil should be dry before watering. Ensure excess water is drained from any saucers or cache pots the tree is sitting in. The Rubber Plant roots do not like sitting in water for extended periods.
Feeding Burgundy Rubber Tree
Burgundy Rubber Tree requires minimal fertilizing. Use a diluted liquid houseplant feed once a month during active growth in the spring and summer. No fertilizing is needed during the winter months.
Burgundy Rubber Tree Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: No |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Air Purifier: High |
| Habit: Upright |
| Growth Rate: Fast |
| Mature Height: 8 feet |
| Mature Spread: 6 feet |
| Flowering: No |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Shade/Description: Grown for Foliage |
| Fragrant: No |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Pink, Purple |
| Foliage Description: Dark Green and Pink to Purplish Stipules |
| Temperature: 60° - 65°F (16° - 18°C) |
| Humidity: Average (40% - 60%) |
| Common Name: Burgundy Rubber Tree |
| Other Name(s): Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree, Rubber Fig |
| Scientific Name: Ficus elastica 'Burgundy' |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Ficus_Burgundy-HP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
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Fall into Winter
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Winter
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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