Do you need to water a rubber plant from the bottom? And how can you shine the leaves?
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"Water rubber trees thoroughly, but let the soil dry somewhat between waterings. The soil mix should be a well-drained houseplant mix. Rubber trees prefer humid conditions, but tolerate the dry air common in homes. Fertilize regularly with a water-soluble houseplant fertilizer during active growth. Plants that are in lower light should be fertilized less often. Rubber trees may grow tall and lanky indoors. You can support them with a stake or prune them in spring to rejuvenate. Propagate new plants by stem or tip cuttings or air layering. Repot in late winter or early spring if needed. Wash the leaves with water when they get dusty to keep them attractive and help your plant stay healthy." source: http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC1510.htm
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Water them from the top, but do not allow any of the water to go through to the bottom of the pot. And always allow the soil to go dry in between watering as this is good for the plant. Wash the leaves when they get dusty as this is not good for the rubber plant.
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Hi looks like you have good advice One tip for the leaves I use is using a banana skin (the inside) shines them and gives goodness too apparently
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