Rubber Tree Plants

I live in central Florida and want to plant my rubber tree outside. Are the roots invasive?

2 Comments (Open | Close)

2 Comments To "Rubber Tree Plants"

#1 Comment By Nikki On 08/21/2011 @ 8:44 am

No their roots are not considered invasive. These plants can thrive outdoors but are usually hardy only in Zones 10-11. I would recommend keeping it in a pot and setting it out each spring/summer and bringing it indoors in late fall for overwintering.

#2 Comment By janeg On 07/29/2015 @ 3:56 pm

I’m not a gardening expert but I do have a large Rubber Tree in my backyard which I planted more than 20 years ago from a house plant. It has been a great shade tree but the roots are invasive and they span my whole backyard. I’m kind of sorry I put it in even though it’s a beautiful tree and great for shade, birds and wildlife.

Article printed from Gardening Know How Questions & Answers: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com

URL to article: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com/rubber-tree-plants/

Have any questions about this topic? Visit us at https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com to ask your questions and get friendly answers from gardening experts.

You can also find us at:
'Like' us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardeningknowhow
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gardenknowhow - @gardenknowhow
Follow us on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/gardenknowhow/