Since the rubber tree is not hardy, it should not be outdoors all year round. As a rule, it is kept more as a houseplant. This raises the question of how well it will get through the winter.
The rubber tree needs less water in winter
Although your rubber tree does not necessarily have to go into winter quarters, a hibernation would do it good under certain circumstances. The temperature can be cooler in the winter quarters, but should not drop below 12 °C. Water your rubber tree less than in summer and do not fertilize it at all until spring.
The most important winter tips in brief:
- not hardy
- Hibernation possible, not necessarily
- ideal temperature during hibernation: approx. 12 °C
- water less than in summer
- do not fertilize
tips
During the winter, the rubber tree may be a little cooler than in the summer months.