Ficus elastica 'Burgundy' ~ Burgundy Rubber Plant soil amendment Diospyros virginia (Ebenaceae) (tree)

Diospyros virginia (Ebenaceae) (tree)

Deadheading can extend the bloom

cut back to basal foliage to encourage growth and potential new bloom

Dense plume-like panicles of tiny bright yellow flowers bloom in fall

Ficus elastica 'Burgundy' ~ Burgundy Rubber Plant soil amendment Diospyros virginia (Ebenaceae) (tree)Burgundy Rubber Plant is a large tropical evergreen shrub used as a houseplant for its huge glossy foliage. Burgundy Rubber Plant's new growth emerges red before maturing to deep near black green with contrasting red mid ribs. Grows best with bright indirect sun with protection from afternoon sun and well draining soils. Type: Houseplant Light Requirements: Medium to Bright Indirect Light Watering Schedule: Water every 7 10 days Growth Habit: Upright