Rubber Plant

An "excellent plant for beginners" '? that's how the Clemson University Extension describes the Rubber Tree plant (Ficus elastica). Caring for houseplants is a way to be a year-round gardener even when the weather is too hot or too cold to work outside. But if your efforts to grow houseplants have been less than successful, you may be hesitant to try your hand at other indoor plants. That's why horticulturists recommend the Rubber Tree plant '? it's a plant for the rest of us who aren't horticultural professionals!

Big and Bold Leaves
When you see a Rubber Tree plant, you'll be struck by its beautiful foliage. The thick leaves have a lustrous sheen that makes them look perpetually polished! But you'll only have to polish the furniture in your home because the Rubber Tree plant foliage is naturally glossy. And each leaf is substantial, growing to 12 inches long and 5 inches wide. If you'd like to add a touch of the outdoors with a dramatic houseplant that needs little maintenance, the Rubber Tree plant is a definite must-have.