Rubber Plant

bright indirect light (3-6 feet from a south or west window, or right next to an east window. Under a grow light, 6-10 inches away works well) is best, but it tolerates lower light better than most Ficus. Near a south-facing window with a sheer curtain is ideal. low light (more than 8 feet from a window, or a north-facing room. A grow light 10-12 inches away works great if your windows are not cutting it) slows growth and causes leaf drop.

Does best at 40-60% humidity. Keep away from heating and AC vents. Wipe leaves with a damp cloth occasionally to remove dust and help the plant photosynthesize.

Well-draining mix of peat, perlite, and compost. The plant prefers to be slightly pot-bound, so don't rush to a dramatically larger container.

Root rot from overwatering, spider mites, mealybugs, aphids, and scale. Leaf drop from cold, drafts, or sudden environmental changes. Wipe leaves to prevent scale buildup and pest harborage.