Rubber plant keeps dropping leaves? It's most likely that you haven't gotten the watering under control.

The rubber plant (Ficus elastica) has rich, deep colors and bright red terminal buds. When the stipules split open, they look just like a red tassel on a reversing cart, which is quite charming in its own way. But if you notice its leaves keep dropping, it's very likely that your watering is the problem. It is a plant that by nature loves high temperatures and humidity, so gardening enthusiasts end up watering it a lot.

But you never expected that this would also cause root rot, with leaves turning yellow and dropping. In winter, when it is dormant, it should not be given too much water either, otherwise it will also get root rot and yellow leaves. In that case, we can first cut off the rotten roots, cutting just until white sap starts to flow out, apply a little disinfectant to the wounds, and then repot it.

It's autumn now. If the potting soil doesn't have enough moisture, and on top of that the leaves themselves need water, the leaves will lose too much water and drop. At this time you should water based on the soil, watering every morning and evening, and the rest of the time just mist it.

There's also the issue of ventilation. Without frequent ventilation, there will be some harmful gases, and over time the leaves will also turn yellow and drop. This problem is actually fairly easy to solve. Just ventilate the indoor space, keep the air fresh, and pay attention to these things, and your rubber plant will be fine. That's all for this episode. If you like it, just click to follow.

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