LAFAYETTE, N.Y. — In this week's Gardening Update, Carol walks us through everything you need to know about rubber trees. They are a member of the Ficus family, and are relatively easy to care for.
Why Prune Rubber Plant Rubber plants grow rapidly, up to 24 inches a year, and can reach 10 feet indoors. Without proper pruning plants can become spindly and drop lower leaves.
Q: I have a rubber plant that’s getting too tall, so I want to cut it back. How can I make another plant from it?
In fact, you can also prune your rubber plant for fuller growth even if it doesn't have unhealthy foliage to begin with. Just ...