{"product_id":"rubber-plant-variegated-ficus-elastica","title":"Rubber Plant Variegated (Ficus elastica)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Rubber Plant Variegated (Ficus elastica)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Variegated Rubber Plant is a striking cultivar of Ficus elastica, prized for its large, glossy leaves patterned in shades of green, cream, and pink. It combines the hardy, easy-going nature of the classic rubber plant with much more visual interest, making it a strong statement plant for a bright room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light. Variegated forms need more light than the plain green rubber plant to keep their colour patterns from fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining potting mix; avoid waterlogged soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average indoor humidity is fine; benefits from occasional misting or leaf wiping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bright corner near an east or south-facing window works well — enough light to hold the variegation, but out of harsh scorching midday sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil feel dry; reduce watering in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 1-2 years as it grows, moving up one pot size at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe large leaves clean of dust periodically; prune to control height and encourage branching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: This listing ships a young potted plant. Growth rate and mature size vary by light, care, and environment. Sap can cause mild skin irritation; mildly toxic to pets if ingested (can cause GI upset) - keep away from pets that chew leaves.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"PlantsGram","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45554640879751,"sku":"PG-HOUSEPLANT-FICUS-ELASTICAVARIEGATED-01-P1","price":499.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9984\/7303\/files\/Variegated_rubber_plant_in_planter_202608251338_1.webp?v=1787670868","url":"https:\/\/plantsgram.com\/products\/rubber-plant-variegated-ficus-elastica","provider":"PlantsGram","version":"1.0","type":"link"}