6" Ficus Decora Melanie, Robusta

Melanie is a dark and dramatic version of the Ficus Decoras we know and love. All blackish burgundy and deepest pine green, the oval leaves of our Melanie have a nice glossy finish, arriving in pairs. Light green midribs divide the leaves, which arrive on the scene rolled up in a rubbery, red sleeve that slips off as the leaf unfurls. She's a pretty, dark thing lurking in the corner or out in the open, growing into the familiar Robusta bushy tree shape with its smooth, light brown stems, even and orderly branching and leaves evenly spaced and tidy. With her leaves having such a saturated darkness she can go in less light too. She's just so very moody, mysterious and lovely.

• Also known as Rubber Tree
• Air Purifying

Quick Care Guide:

• Water - Medium (3):  Water plant when dry. Plant does not like soil to always be moist, but doesn't like to stay dry once becomes dry. Water as soon as soil is dry.
• Light - Med/High (4):  Needs more light than most, but direct light not necessary. Can handle morning and afternoon sun directly on leaves.
• Difficulty - Low (1):  These plants need barely any attention to thrive. Set it and forget it.

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