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Understanding Our Container Sizes
At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.
Container Sizes
Quart
Plant age: 6 months to 1 year Best for:Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.
#1 Container
Plant age: 1 to 2 years Best for:Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.
#2 Container
Plant age: 2 to 3 years Best for:Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.
#3 Container
Plant age: 3 to 4 years Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.
#5 Container and Larger
Plant age: 4 to 5+ years Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.
Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?
Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.
Root Pouch Containers
Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.
There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:
Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.
Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.
The Burgundy Rubber Plant is a Ficus elastica selection grown for foliage color: new leaves unfurl a deep crimson red from a bold red sheath, then darken as they mature into a green so deep it reads almost black. The stiff, glossy leaves reach up to 17 inches long on an erect, sturdy stem that is easy to keep as a tidy floor plant or prune into a bushier shape.
It is more tolerant of medium indoor light than the variegated Ficus elastica selections, which makes it a forgiving choice for a living room corner or office that only gets a few hours of bright light a day. See our full houseplant collection for other easy indoor growers, and read our guide on bringing the garden indoors for more placement ideas.
Choose your size at checkout, a 6 or 8 inch nursery pot, shipped potted and ready to grow. Keep it away from cats and dogs.
Planting & Care
Light
Bright indirect light is ideal, but Burgundy tolerates medium light better than variegated rubber plant cultivars, which need consistently bright light to hold their pattern. Avoid deep shade, which slows growth and thins the foliage.
Water
Water when the top of the soil is dry, then water thoroughly until it drains. Cut back in fall and winter while growth slows. Never let the pot sit in standing water.
Humidity and Temperature
Average household humidity is fine. Keep temperatures above 55 degrees Fahrenheit and away from cold drafts and sudden temperature drops, which can cause leaf drop.
Soil and Feeding
Plant in a well draining, soil based potting mix. Feed monthly through spring and summer with a balanced houseplant fertilizer, and skip feeding in fall and winter.
Pruning
Prune main stems to encourage a bushier, more compact habit, or leave it unpruned for a tall, narrow, tree like form. Wipe the leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to keep them dust free and glossy. Wear gloves when cutting, since the milky sap can irritate skin.
Pets
Keep out of reach of cats and dogs. The milky latex sap contains compounds that irritate the mouth and digestive tract if chewed, and can irritate skin on contact.
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Is the Burgundy Rubber Plant toxic to cats or dogs?
Yes. Like other Ficus elastica plants, its milky latex sap contains compounds that irritate the mouth and digestive tract if chewed and can irritate skin on contact, so keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.
Does Burgundy Rubber Plant need bright light to keep its dark color?
Not as much as the variegated cultivars. Burgundy holds its near black color reasonably well in medium indoor light, though bright indirect light produces the fullest, glossiest growth.
Why is my rubber plant losing leaves?
Overwatering, cold drafts, or a sudden temperature drop are the most common causes. Keep it above 55 degrees Fahrenheit and let the soil dry at the top between waterings.
How is Burgundy Rubber Plant different from Ruby or Tineke?
Burgundy's new leaves emerge deep crimson and darken to a solid near black green with no lasting variegation. Ruby and Tineke stay variegated with pink, cream, and green tones. All three share the same care and hardiness.
Can I prune my rubber plant to control its size?
Yes. Pruning the main stems encourages a bushier, more compact shape. Left unpruned, it grows into a tall, narrow, tree like form.
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Every plant already includes our free 45-day guarantee. Adding Plus at checkout gives you extended coverage for properly planted and cared-for plants.
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