Rubber plant dropping leaves? Do these few things and its leaves will be glossy and shiny
The rubber plant has a relatively upright form, fairly thick and fleshy leaves, dark green foliage on the lower part and red foliage on the upper part, giving it a particularly charming appeal. Growing it at home adds plenty of tropical flair to a room. But ever since autumn began, the rubber plant's leaves keep dropping one after another, and it is hard to say why. In fact, as long as you pay attention to the following points, you can keep the leaves glossy and shiny even in autumn.
Light
Many people put the rubber plant straight out in the sun in autumn, which scorches the rubber plant and turns its leaves yellow and dry. In that case, remove the yellowed leaves, then rinse the remaining leaves clean so they can photosynthesize better. Autumn air is relatively dry and ultraviolet light is strong, so it is best to give it some sunlight in the morning and shade it in the afternoon.
Water
Many people are so fond of the rubber plant that they water it every few days, and over time this makes its leaves drop. When watering the rubber plant, be sure to follow the principle of "do not water until dry, and when you water, water thoroughly," and mist the leaves with clean water more often. If you have watered too much, place it in a high, well-ventilated spot.
Fertilizer
The rubber plant itself likes fertilizer, so in autumn you need to apply some fertilizer appropriately so it has enough energy to get through winter safely. You can apply some phosphorus and potassium fertilizer, or ferment some organic fertilizer yourself, and the rubber plant's leaves will become dark green and glossy.
Pruning
Many people's rubber plants just keep growing taller and taller, almost reaching the ceiling, so you need to prune them promptly before winter. You can prune them into whatever shape you like, leaving only the main stem and the lower branches, and new leaves will basically grow in about a week. You can also use the pruned leaves for cuttings.