Ficus Tineke Bush

Medium (6-12" tall) / Isabella (6.25" wide) / Bubblegum

$89

Ficus Tineke Bush

Name: Ficus Tineke Bush
Brand: The Sill
SKU: BN-FIC-ELT-6-IS6BG
Price: 89.00 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)

Bright Indirect Light 1-2 ft./yr Growth

The Ficus Tineke is a variegated rubber plant with creamy green leaves, thriving in bright light and low-maintenance care.

$89

Pick a Size: Medium (6-12" tall) Medium Large Extra Large

Pick a Planter: Isabella (6.25" wide)

Isabella

Grow Pot

Pick a Color: Bubblegum

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Ficus Tineke Bush Information

About & Sizing

About The Ficus Tineke Bush

The Ficus elastica ’Tineke’ – or variegated rubber tree – is a popular variety of ficus known for its beautiful pink, green, and yellow leaves. The Tineke’s striking variegation and easy-going nature make it the perfect new plant to add to your sill this year.

Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
Medium plant measures between 6–12 inches tall from bottom of the grow pot to the top of the foliage
Large plant measures between 2-3 feet tall from bottom of the grow pot to the top of the foliage

Sizing Guide

Small

Approximately 5" in diameter, fits plants in a 4" grow pot or smaller

Medium

Approximately 7" in diameter, fits plants in a 6" grow pot or smaller

Large

Approximately 10-12" in diameter, fits plants in a 10" grow pot or smaller

Massive

Approximately 12-14" in diameter, fits plants in a 12" grow pot or smaller

Care Guide

Watering Requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Sunlight Requirements

Thrives in bright indirect light. Can benefit from a few hours of direct sun. Not suited for low light conditions.

Humidity Requirements

Normal room humidity will do, but Ficus can benefit from higher humidity conditions. Consider incorporating a humidifier to boost humidity levels more consistently if the air in the home is dry.

Pet-Friendly Plant?

No, this plant is not recommended in homes with pets.

Read our full care guide

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

If the leaves drop while turning yellow with soft brown patches, the plant may be overwatered. On the other hand, if the leaves look droopy, feel crispy on the edges, the plant may be underwatered if the soil has completely dried out. Sudden exposure to hot air vents or freezing cold drafts from windows can also cause sudden leaf loss.

Why is my Ficus dropping leaves?

If the leaves drop while turning yellow with soft brown patches, the plant may be overwatered. On the other hand, if the leaves look droopy, feel crispy on the edges, the plant may be underwatered if the soil has completely dried out. Sudden exposure to hot air vents or freezing cold drafts from windows can also cause sudden leaf loss.

There is no strict calendar schedule for watering Ficus as environmental variables like humidity and light change their needs. Check the moisture of the soil and water once the soil has dried out, but avoid letting it remain dried out for too long. Be sure to evenly and thoroughly soak the soil upon each watering.

How often should I water my Ficus?

There is no strict calendar schedule for watering Ficus as environmental variables like humidity and light change their needs. Check the moisture of the soil and water once the soil has dried out, but avoid letting it remain dried out for too long. Be sure to evenly and thoroughly soak the soil upon each watering.

Ficus are tropical plants that can live outdoors in containers during the spring and summer months, but must be brought inside before temperatures drop. They will thrive outside in partial shade once nighttime temperatures consistently stay above 60°F.

Can a Ficus live outdoors?

Ficus are tropical plants that can live outdoors in containers during the spring and summer months, but must be brought inside before temperatures drop. They will thrive outside in partial shade once nighttime temperatures consistently stay above 60°F.

Yellowing leaves are most commonly caused by overwatering, underwatering, or a lack of sunlight. If the lower leaves are yellow and the soil is soggy, the plant is likely overwatered due to frequent watering or poor drainage. Conversely, if the soil is bone-dry, the plant is likely underwatered. Finally, if the plant is situated far from a bright window, it simply may not be receiving enough light.

Why are the leaves on my Ficus turning yellow?

Yellowing leaves are most commonly caused by overwatering, underwatering, or a lack of sunlight. If the lower leaves are yellow and the soil is soggy, the plant is likely overwatered due to frequent watering or poor drainage. Conversely, if the soil is bone-dry, the plant is likely underwatered. Finally, if the plant is situated far from a bright window, it simply may not be receiving enough light.