How to cultivate a rubber tree
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Have you ever heard of a rubber tree, its appearance is not similar to its name, it is not a soft tree like rubber, but a very tall tree like a banyan.
In fact, the rubber tree is a very easy-to-grow tree that prefers a warm and humid environment, so it is more suitable for gardeners in the south. Its leaves are green and glossy, very beautiful, and also have a high ornamental value. Moreover, placing it indoors can purify the air. So, how can we cultivate a rubber tree well? Let's take a look at these four aspects together!
I. Pot and Soil
Firstly, it's about the pot and soil for the rubber tree. The pot for growing a rubber tree can be chosen to be slightly larger because rubber trees grow very fast and have a well-developed root system. Small pots are not suitable for them. However, some gardeners do not want the rubber tree to grow too fast, feeling that it takes up too much space, and can also use a smaller pot to inhibit the growth of the rubber tree.
The rubber tree does not have many requirements for the soil, but after all, it is a potted rubber tree, and the soil mixture can be slightly more refined. It is necessary to choose soil with good drainage, mix garden soil, decomposed leaf soil, and river sand in equal parts, and add a portion of organic decomposed fertilizer before potting, so that the rubber tree can grow better!
How to cultivate a rubber tree
II. Watering and Fertilizing
Next is watering and fertilizing. The rubber tree has a very strong drought resistance, so it does not need excessive watering. More water can be added during the growing season to promote faster and better growth of the rubber tree. In hot summer, more water can be added due to fast evaporation, but in winter, with lower temperatures and slow evaporation, the plant needs less water, so the amount of watering should be reduced appropriately to avoid burdening the roots.
Also, the rubber tree is very fond of fertilizer. More fertilizer can be applied during the peak growing season. Generally, a balanced compound fertilizer with nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium can be used, once every half month or so, which will make the leaves of the rubber tree look greener and glossier. However, in winter, with low temperatures and slow plant growth, it is best not to fertilize, just keep the soil slightly moist to help it safely through the winter.
III. Sunlight
Also, many friends may think that the rubber tree likes shade, but that's not the case. The rubber tree actually loves the sun very much. In the south, we often see rubber trees by the roadside, which are not afraid of wind and sun exposure, and grow even more vigorously. Therefore, adequate sunlight is very beneficial for the growth of rubber trees. Besides, potted plants should be placed in a ventilated and shady place during the hot summer noon, and the rest of the time is best under full sunlight.