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Help with BiG Rubber Tree

Lisa T. Barras-Smith

5 months ago

last modified: 5 months ago

My Rubber Tree (or plant) is 8 years old and healthy, I think. He lives 7 months inside in a South window and 5 months shaded on the patio.The branches are bowed over. Using twine and plant spikes clearly can't support him anymore.Do I cut it back? I repotted in late spring. Outside, I water 2 gallons. Inside maybe 1/2 gallon when it's dry 3" down.I need suggestions on what the tree needs to keep it healthy.

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callirhoe123
5 months ago
A picture would help.
Zande Willson
3 months ago
Heavy leaning usually means the stems stretched for light. Stronger light indoors helps the plant grow thicker and straighter. Pruning long floppy branches encourages new sturdy growth. A pot with good support and fresh soil keeps the roots stable. Watering only when the top few inches dry protects the plant from root issues. Regular rotation keeps all sides growing evenly.
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Tiffany, purpleinopp Z8b Opp, AL
3 months ago
Yes, cut it.

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Sorry they're in reverse order. When I added the after pic, it showed up ABOVE the 1st pic.

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