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Tineke Rubber Bush

$50.00

The Ficus elastica 'Tineke' is a popular, low-maintenance, and striking variegated rubber plant featuring creamy white, green, and pink-speckled leaves. It requires bright, indirect light to maintain its color and prevent leggy growth. It prefers consistent, moderate watering (only when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry) and thrives in well-draining soil.

The Ficus elastica 'Tineke' is a popular, low-maintenance, and striking variegated rubber plant featuring creamy white, green, and pink-speckled leaves. It requires bright, indirect light to maintain its color and prevent leggy growth. It prefers consistent, moderate watering (only when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry) and thrives in well-draining soil.

Key Care Guidelines:

  • Light: Thrives in bright, indirect sunlight (e.g., near an east or west-facing window). Direct, harsh afternoon sun can scorch the leaves.

  • Watering: Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry to prevent root rot. It is drought-tolerant, but overwatering causes yellowing leaves.

  • Soil: Use a well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix (e.g., potting soil mixed with perlite or orchid bark).

  • Temperature & Humidity: Prefers temperatures between 60–85°F (15–29°C) and higher humidity (40-60%). Avoid cold drafts.

  • Maintenance: Dust leaves regularly to aid photosynthesis. Prune to encourage a bushier, more branched shape rather than a single tall stem.

  • Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer monthly during the growing season (spring/summer).