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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    August 21, 2011
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    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.

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    janeg on
    July 29, 2015
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    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.

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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    August 24, 2011
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    Here is the article you were looking for:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/propagation-rubber-tree-plant.htm

    We can't recommend a certain brand, mainly because available products change depending on where you are. But, rooting hormone should be available at any hardware or plant nursery near you. It is mostly sold as a powder but sometimes you can find it as a liquid.

    Sphagnum moss is a type of growing medium. Most potting mixes that you buy have a significant amount of it in them. It is better draining than garden soil but does not dry out like garden soil, and so is better for rooting cuttings.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    August 27, 2011
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    This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/how-to-care-for-a-rubber-tree-plant.htm

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    Nikki on
    August 28, 2011
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    A rubber tree will not be able to survive outdoors in your area in the winter. They can only take temps down to 30 F. Anything lower will kill them.

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    Nikki on
    September 3, 2011
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    Here is an article that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/prune-rubber-tree.htm

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    moosmom on
    September 5, 2011
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    u can pretty much cut it where ever u want but the sap can cause skin irriation so u will want to wear gloves and put a piece of napkin on cut area to soak up the sap so it doesnt drip everywhere.u can stick pieces of the tree that u cut off directly into soil to start new plants...some take some dont. i wouldnt cut plant until spring the longer days will encourage new growth.

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    Nikki on
    September 4, 2011
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    "Take plants outdoors on a cloudy day (to avoid sunburn) and wash them down with a sprayer filled with diluted liquid dish soap. Rinse off leaves and let them air-dry. If spots appear on leaves, gently wipe them off. If you like the look of shiny leaves, lightly spray leaf polish or diluted summer oil on the top surface only; you don't need to wipe the leaves."

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    moosmom on
    September 5, 2011
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    u need to buy pokon or leave shine at home depot

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    moosmom on
    September 5, 2011
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    depends on what is actually on the leaves, u can use soap and water or glass cleaner for grease but this has to be wiped off and rinsed with water.some plants put out a protective coating and the leaves will look dull.rubber trees do this. what removes this coating is a product called pokon or leaf shine. u can usually get it at places like homedepot

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    Nikki on
    September 5, 2011
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    This article will help you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/prune-rubber-tree.htm

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    moosmom on
    September 5, 2011
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    u can cut it anywhere on the plant but wear gloves as the sap can cause skin irritation, u will need to stick a piece of a napkin on the cut as the sap will ooze everywhere.the pieces u trim off can be stuck in soil and may root. i dont suggest pruning until spring when the warm sun encourages new growth but it can be done now if really needed.

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