Ficus elastica ‘Tineke’ (Rubber plant)

A beautiful variegated Rubber plant. This variety has big oval-shaped deep glossy green leaves with beautiful patterns in green-cream. A fast grower native to areas of SouthEast Asia this plant can double in height in a growing season. A striking addition to any plant collection.

Care Difficulty: This plant has simple care needs.

Light requirements: Ficus Tineke prefers to be placed in a spot with bright, indirect light. However, this plant can also tolerate some lower light levels, though this can affect growth and variegation. Make sure to rotate your plant to make sure all parts get sufficient sunlight. Avoid direct sunlight as this can cause the leaves to burn.

Watering: Ficus elastica has specific watering needs. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. This plant does not like overwatering because it will cause yellow leaves and this will cause the leaves to drop. Make sure the soil has sufficient drainage and that the pot has drainage holes.

Humidity: The Ficus elastica ‘Tineke’ can do alright in the humidity of the average household, but will benefit from slightly higher humidity. Occasional misting or Grouping humidity-loving plants together can also help. A humidifier will also be beneficial.

Toxicity: This plant is toxic to pets & humans due to the latex in the sap.

Feeding: Can be fed once to twice a month in the growing season during spring and summer, but refrain from feeding in winter.

Repotting: Ficus elastica prefers to be slightly rootbound but can be repotted every 2 years or when it has significantly outgrown its current pot. Make sure to use a well-draining potting mix, and only go up one pot size, too big a pot can cause the plant to go into shock and hinder the plant.

Leaf health: As with all houseplants, the buildup of dust on the foliage can be detrimental, ensure you are wiping the leaves clean with a damp cloth every couple of weeks to remove any debris.

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Free local delivery to Brighton & Hove homes and surrounding areas is available.

UK Nationwide delivery fees (for total orders under £50):

£4 for 48-hour tracked delivery via Royal Mail

£6.95 tracked next-day working day delivery with UPS (order must be received before 2pm to guarantee next-day delivery).

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Refunds & returns

Refunds are available for any plant or product with an obvious fault. The request must be made within 7 days via email or by phone.

Any products damaged in transit will require photos to be submitted via email. If we think they are salvageable we will provide you with return labels. If they are not we will provide a full refund, but we require the complaint to be submitted within 7 days of receiving the plant.

Any return of plants within 7 days for any other reason will require the customer to pay for that return postage.

Please note: Refunds or exchanges can not be made on ‘Sale’ items.