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Leggy Growth in Rubber Plant
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The Rubber Plant has large, glossy, deep green or burgundy leaves on upright stems
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Rubber Plant care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to leggy growth in Rubber Plant. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Bright indirect light. Tolerates lower light.
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Fertiliser
Monthly in growing season.
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Symptoms to look for in Rubber Plant
- fiber_manual_recordLong, weak, stretched stems
- fiber_manual_recordLarge gaps between leaves
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Common causes in Rubber Plant
- fiber_manual_recordInsufficient light
- fiber_manual_recordLack of pruning
- fiber_manual_recordSeasonal low light
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How to diagnose leggy growth in Rubber Plant
Plants lean towards light source or grow tall and thin in low light conditions.
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How to treat leggy growth in Rubber Plant
Move to brighter location. Prune to encourage bushy growth. Supplement with grow light.
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Preventing leggy growth in Rubber Plant
Provide adequate light. Regular pinching back of growing tips.