With big, glossy leaves that start out dark maroon and slowly turn deep, blackish green, Burgundy Rubber Fig Tree is the kind of tropical plant that just exudes class. But don’t let its dashing looks scare you—Burgundy Rubber Fig Tree requires very little care and maintenance, and fits in well in nearly any location.
Indoors: excellent all year round throughout the US, super easy to care for - this sturdy plant is wonderfully fun and easy to grow
Outdoors: thrives outdoors anywhere in the US, just bring inside when temperature goes below 60°F, can be kept in a container or planted in the ground
Sun and water: bright to medium-low sun - always indirect. Water deeply, but allow to drain afterward. Keep soil moist (but not waterlogged) year round, watering more heavily during the growing season
Natural air-purifying plant: yes - excellent, plants are earth's natural air-purifiers, removing airborne toxins and providing fresh oxygen
Exotic and unique tropical plant - also makes great plant gifts, birthday gifts, anniversary gifts, teacher and appreciation gifts, and Christmas gifts
Great for home, office or garden. Popular among plant collectors and gardeners (beginners to experts) from Seattle to Miami. Makes an excellent gift
Toxic - it’s sap is toxic so keep away from pets
Plant gifts: Burgundy Rubber Tree (ficus elastica var burgundy) makes an excellent gift - beautiful and so easy to care for
Burgundy Rubber Tree - Shipping height (including pot and plant) of 14 - 20 in., mature plant height (not including pot and plant) of 72 - 120 in., mature plant width of 24 - 36 in., and is shipped in a 6 in. Dia pot