{"product_id":"ps-5ltr-hp-fic-robx1","title":"Ficus elastica 'Robusta' (Rubber Plant) – Glossy Leaf Houseplant (5L Pot)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe classic rubber plant, with large, glossy, deep green leaves on an upright stem that grows into a bold indoor tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFicus elastica 'Robusta' is one of the most recognisable houseplants there is. The leaves are broader and thicker than the plain species, each with a pale midrib, and new leaves unfurl from a pink-red sheath at the tip. It has a strong architectural presence in a living room, hallway or office, and it was one of the plants in the NASA clean air study.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive it bright, filtered or indirect light; it will put up with a duller spot, but growth slows and the leaf colour is best in good light. Keep it out of harsh direct sun. Let the top few centimetres of compost dry out between waterings, water less in autumn and winter, and never let the pot sit in water. Normal room temperatures suit it, away from cold draughts and radiators. Feed once a month in spring and summer, and wipe the big leaves with a damp cloth now and then, because dust stops them working. Ficus dislikes being moved, so choose its spot and leave it there.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as one established plant with a generous 5 litre root ball, ready to pot into a decorative container of your choice. The milky sap is a skin irritant and the plant is harmful if eaten, so keep it away from children, cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCultural Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber plant, rubber fig\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 2m or more x 1m indoors over time\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright and tree-like, branching with age\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Living rooms, hallways, bedrooms and offices\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, broad, glossy dark green leathery leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown for foliage; does not flower indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright to medium indirect light indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining, peat-free houseplant compost\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender, indoor only; keep above 10C\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep it in one place and water evenly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen foliage houseplant\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KOKE House","offers":[{"title":"Nursery Pot","offer_id":54004254212362,"sku":"PS-5LTR-HP-FIC-ROBX1","price":57.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green Stoneware Pot","offer_id":54004254245130,"sku":"PS-5L-HP-FIC-ROBX1-CP1","price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"White Stoneware Pot","offer_id":54004254277898,"sku":"PS-5L-HP-FIC-ROBX1-CP2","price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/2479\/8218\/files\/file_8368f2d0-4ee4-496a-9bcd-a42d233813e0.png?v=1793274304","url":"https:\/\/kokehouse.co.uk\/products\/ps-5ltr-hp-fic-robx1","provider":"KOKE House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}