How to water a rubber plant? Teaching you the correct watering method
Watering a rubber plant too frequently or not watering it for a long time will both cause the rubber plant to drop leaves. During the growing period, it must be watered frequently, especially in the hot midsummer season. Because of the large amount of evaporation, it is necessary not only to water from the roots, but also to frequently spray the leaf surface. However, overly wet potting soil can easily cause root rot, so you must wait until the potting soil is dry before watering again. Let's take a look below at how to water a rubber plant!
When to water a rubber plant
The watering principle for rubber plants is "when dry, dry it out thoroughly; when watering, water it thoroughly." Each time before watering, decide based on the condition of the potting soil. When the surface of the potting soil turns white, that is a signal of water shortage, and at this point you can water. Because rubber plant leaves are large and numerous and need more water, during the growing period it needs watering once every 2-3 days, and you should often spray water on the leaf surface to keep the potting soil moist. In winter, control watering appropriately; as long as the surface of the potting soil is slightly moist, do not water.
When to spray water on a rubber plant
Rubber plants are usually mainly watered, with spraying as a supplement. Only by spraying correctly while watering can the plant grow more robustly. Spraying is generally done only when the temperature is high and the air is dry, mainly to relieve the discomfort caused by high temperature or dryness. When there is dust on the leaf surface, try to wipe the leaf surface with a soft damp cloth. The leaves are large and leathery, making them very easy to clean. However, spraying water cannot replace watering. Spraying 10 times is not as good as watering once. Spraying moistens the leaf surface, while watering irrigates the plant.
How to water a rubber plant
1. Summer watering: For indoor cultivation, water again after the topsoil looks dry. Spraying can be done appropriately, and it does not need to be too frequent, since rubber plants have strong adaptability. Outdoors, the potting soil can be kept moist, but you must also prevent water accumulation and waterlogging. Spraying can be done a bit more frequently. It is best to sprinkle water on the ground to increase air humidity, which gives a better effect.
2. Winter watering: Rubber plants are kept indoors in winter. Watering should alternate between dry and wet, watering once every half month, and during this period spray frequently or wipe the leaf surface with a damp cloth. If there is heating at home, you can place a metal container on the heater and fill it with water. This can noticeably increase indoor air humidity, equivalent to a high-power humidifier, and is also beneficial to the human body.