Is it better to use a large or small pot for a rubber tree? Is a deep or shallow pot more suitable?

Rubber trees are suitable for planting in large and deep pots . There are no special requirements for the material of the pots. Generally, as long as good drainage is ensured, it will be fine.

Rubber tree flower pot selection

Even if the rubber tree is a potted plant, it is still very large, so it is better to use a large pot for maintenance . The diameter of about 15-20 cm is the best. If it is maintained in a small pot, it will affect its normal growth.

Because the root system of the rubber tree is very developed, it is generally planted in a deep pot, because the deep pot allows the root system of the plant to grow more fully .

Rubber tree repotting time

Rubber trees are usually repotted in spring and autumn when the temperature is stable at 20-30°C. If the temperature is too high, the leaves may be sunburned, which will not be conducive to recovery after repotting.

How to repot a rubber tree

1. First, you need to take the rubber tree out of the original pot, knock along the pot wall a few times with your hands, and then turn the pot over so that it can be easily removed from the pot. Pay attention to cleaning the roots of the plant.

2. Place two tiles at the bottom of the new flowerpot, but do not block the drainage holes. Then put new soil in, add some fertilizer, and replant the plant.