Tineke Rubber Plant
Ficus elastica 'Tineke'
SKU
44609
A new generation of a classic easy-to-grow houseplant, with more compact growth. Beautiful green and white leaves blush with pink. Can easily be kept to a small size to fit your space, or let grow into a tall statement plant to add a tropical accent to a room.
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Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
Water when top two inches of soil is dry.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | FYE-kus ee-LASS-tih-kuh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 6 ft. tall or taller, 2 ft. wide, depending on pot size. Trim to maintain desired height. |
| Bloom Time | Prized for Foliage |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Landscape Use | Container, Houseplant |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Gift Plant, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water when top two inches of soil is dry. |
Prefers bright, indirect light, but will tolerate lower light conditions. Provide well-draining potting soil. Water when the top two inches of soil is dry; overwatering can cause leaf drop. Avoid sudden drops of temperature or cold drafts. Sticky sap is poisonous and can be a skin irritant: wash off promptly if it comes in contact with your skin.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 10 - 11
Your climate may be too cold for this plant