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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    May 22, 2012
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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.

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    Nikki on
    May 29, 2012
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    It may not be getting enough light. Give it more light and see if this helps.

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    Nikki on
    June 4, 2012
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    It is likely stressed from the repotting, as they dislike it. If the leaves begin to droop, but not fall off, increase the water you give the plant gradually until the leaves perk back up again.

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    Nikki on
    June 11, 2012
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    While a picture would help us know for certain, it sounds like a rubber tree plant from your description. This article will help if that's what you have (and you can look at the picture to compare to what you have): https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/how-to-care-for-a-rubber-tree-plant.htm

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    Nikki on
    June 15, 2012
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    You can spritz them with water or wipe them down with a damp cloth. Do not use the commercial sprays intended for cleaning houseplants to make them shine. These merely clog the plant's pores and cause more harm than good.

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    theficuswrangler on
    June 19, 2012
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    Rubber trees, or ficus decora, have naturally shiny leaves. Keep your plant leaves free of dust by dusting them with a feather or microfiber duster every week or so. To increase the shine to super levels, you can hand wipe each leaf: put one hand under the leaf to support it, and wipe the top surface gently with a soft cloth or even a paper towel

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    theficuswrangler on
    July 7, 2012
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    generally, leaves getting smaller would signal to me that the plant needs more light, and/or less water. Your rubber tree - ficus decora - is not a particularly low light plant. Try moving it to a window with more light. Good luck.

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