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The rubber tree needs less water in winter
How should I overwinter my rubber tree?
Since the rubber tree is not hardy, it should not be outdoors all year round. As a rule, it is more like a houseplant. This raises the question of how well he gets over the winter.
Although your gum tree does not necessarily have to be in winter quarters, a winter hibernation might do him good. The temperature may be cooler in winter quarters, but should not fall below 12 ° C. Water your rubber tree less than in summer and do not fertilize it until spring.
The most important winter tips in brief:
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During the winter, the rubber tree may like to be slightly cooler than in the summer months.