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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 15, 2018
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    You may want to prune the plant back to encourage it to produce lower, stronger growth, as described here:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/prune-rubber-tree.htm

    The plant may also be weakened if it's not getting enough light, and it may bend toward the light if it's always illuminated from one direction only. If this might be a problem, you could try moving it closer to a window or giving it another light source, and rotating the pot periodically.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/how-to-care-for-a-rubber-tree-plant.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    February 17, 2018
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    Make sure you cover the plant with burlap on the coldest of nights. Wait until you see new growth when it warms up and you can trim up the branches. There is not much you can do passed this, other than preventing it from getting that cold again.

    Here is an article on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/rubber-plant-outdoors.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 27, 2018
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    I'm sorry but your neighbor is correct. The Rubber Tree is not suitable for a suburban yard. The roots can invade pipes, sewer systems and break concrete and pavers.

    It would be best to remove the tree and the risk of future damage.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    April 17, 2018
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    Can you include a photo? If it is mature enough, it can be pruned to a more suitable height.

    This usually is caused by a lack of light. I would make sure that it get semi bright light to keep it more compact. This article will give you more information on the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/how-to-care-for-a-rubber-tree-plant.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    April 24, 2018
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    This is a pH problem, it would seem. There also seems to be a fungal infection setting in. I would apply dolomitic lime, and replace 1/4 of your water with peroxide the next time you water. These will want the soil to dry out in the top two inches. Let this dry a little between watering, and this will prevent future infections.

    This article will give you more information on the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/how-to-care-for-a-rubber-tree-plant.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 23, 2018
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    Yellowing leaves are likely an indication of a watering issue; too much or too little.
    It's best to check the soil instead of watering on a schedule. The needs of the plant likely changed in a new environment.

    These links will help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/watering-a-rubber-plant.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/how-to-care-for-a-rubber-tree-plant.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    May 25, 2018
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    This is a fungal infection. This can, usually, be treated with dolomitic lime and wettable sulfur. This article will help you with the care of these plants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/rubber-plant-outdoors.htm

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