My tree is getting too big and I would like to separate it or cut it down a little to make another tree. How can I do this without damaging the tree?
These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/prune-rubber-tree.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/propagation-rubber-tree-plant.htm
At any time can you take these outside? May I place this outside when it gets warmer or humid?
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Rubber trees are only hardy to 30 F. If it gets colder than 30 F where you live, it should not be planted outside. If you feel that the tree would be safe, you can plant it out in the yard. However, potted plants do enjoy spending summers outdoors.
Can I move a previous inside rubber tree plant received from a florist to the outside permanently?
Rubber trees are only hardy to 30F. If it gets colder than that where you live, the tree cannot not be planted outside permanently. You can keep it outside in a container in the summer though.
My rubber plant (a mature plant) has leaves that have started yellowing. Why is this, and can I do anything to rectify it?
There are many reasons why this can happen. This article may help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/plant-leaves-turn-yellow.htm
Why are the leaves on my rubber tree curling?
Curling leaves are usually indicative of too little water. The best way to check is by inserting your finger into the soil (up to an inch) and see if it feels wet at all. If it's dry, water and if not let it be.
Can my rubber tree be planted outside?
Rubber trees are only hardy to 30 F. If it gets colder than 30 F. where you live in winter, it should not be planted outside. If you feel that the tree would be safe, you can plant it out in the yard but make sure to provide winter protections for it.
This article will help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/acclimating-houseplants-outdoors.htm
I have a rubber tree pot with 3 beautiful "trees". I've grown them from a few inches to almost 3' tall. There are three "trees" in my large pot. My question is how to get them to branch. They are big to be pinching off the tops, but I'd like more foliage. They are healthy and growing fast. I'm thinking of pruning, and just replanting the cuttings in the same pot. What do you think?
Pruning and using the cuttings for more plants sounds like an excellent idea. The pruning will encourage more bushier growth and the cuttings should root easily for you.