Ficus Rubber Tree Variegated Ruby
Although it's usually grown as a colorful houseplant, if you live in a region that remains warm and humid throughout the year, you might want to grow this ornamental plant in your yard. However, be mindful of where you plant it. Although it's not listed as invasive in the U.S., because it grows so rapidly in the right conditions outdoors, it's sometimes referred to as a bit of a weedy thug with fast-spreading roots.
Light
Ficus Rubber Tree likes the type of bright, indirect light that mimics that found in its natural tropical forest habitat. Getting the balance right to maintain the unique variegation of the tineke cultivar is the biggest challenge for this plant. Too much direct light can scorch 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.
Sitting your plant in an east-facing window usually works well, or setting it back from a south- or west-facing window. Your ficus tineke might appreciate a few hours of soft morning sunlight, but avoid direct harsh afternoon rays.
Soil
Ficus Tineke isn't fussy when it comes to potting mix. Providing it's loose and well-drained, you shouldn't have any problems. They often thrive in slightly acidic cactus mixes.
Returns & Insurance
In the event an item is damaged during shipment, a return or replacement will be offered. During this return process the customer will be required to submit pictures of the damaged item for review.
There is a five day "New Home" adjustment period is standard with all plant purchases. This period begins at the time of purchase and covers plants that have received "reasonable" care. Accidental death, heat damage, over watering, under watering, etc is not covered.