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Rubber plant

Sometimes, a space calls for a towering houseplant – in these instances, the humble rubber plant offers the perfect solution.

Low-maintenance and fast-growing, it can gain 60cm in height annually, surpassing 2 metres in just a few years.

However, its not just its height that makes this plant a favourite. Bringing colour and tropical flair, its thick, waxy leaves come in a range of hues, from deep forest green to lighter variegations and vibrant pink hues. ‘Ficus elastica has stood the test of time, remaining popular over decades and never losing its appeal,’ says Emily

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