Our plants are photographed true to scale, with natural variation in form
Arched Rubber Tree 'Melany', One-Off Specimen
Ficus Elastica 'Melany' — The darkest of the rubber trees, grown into a single sweeping curve — one only, and the exact tree you see is the one that arrives.
Plant Sizing
Ceiling Height
| Ceiling Height | Recommended Plant Height | Typical Space |
|---|---|---|
| 200–220 cm | 150–170 cm | Modern apartments / contemporary homes |
| 240–270 cm | 170–200 cm | Victorian or Edwardian rooms |
| 280–300 cm | 220–240 cm | Period properties / warehouse conversions |
| 300 cm+ | 250–270 cm | Double-height or mezzanine spaces |
How To Pair A Decorative Pot
For no fuss or mess you can place the plant in its growing pot (the pot it arrives in) inside a decorative one. This allows allows excess water to be drained after watering.
For a good fit the opening (not diameter) and height of the new decorative pot need to be several centimetres greater than the current growing pot. Here is how we measure and list pot sizes:
Remember to take into account tapering, as the internal height of a pot will be measured from the centre to the top but the sides will taper in a rounded pot.
We recommend using a liner to protect your decorative pot and prevent leaking (whether placing the nursery pot inside or repotting directly into the decorative pot).
Read more about how to pot your plant here.
Plant Suitability
Preferred Location: Bright, indirect light
Care Level: Easy
Care Instructions
When your plant arrives, follow these simple steps to help it settle into its new home.
For plant specific detail read our full Rubber Tree care guide.
- Choose a suitable place with appropriate light - check our
- Carefully remove the plant from its packaging and allow it to adjust to its new environment.
- Before watering, check the soil with your finger. If the top few centimetres feel dry, water lightly. If still moist, allow the soil to dry before watering.
- Ensure the plant sits in a well-draining pot or nursery container, allowing excess water to drain away. (If planted follow our potted plant advice here)
- Avoid moving the plant frequently during the first few days, allowing it time to acclimatise to its new surroundings.
- Check your plant regularly and adjust watering and light as needed.
Following these simple steps will help your plant establish and thrive in its new space.
Plants often take 7–10 days to begin adjusting to a new environment - light and temperature conditions - and some leaf movement or drop during this period is completely normal.
For tailored advice you can speak to our Ai Horticulturalist here for specific advice to establish your plant or read our expert nurture guides.
30-day Gurantee
If your plant isn’t thriving within 30 days, we’ll work with you to resolve it.
Our team will guide you first to help your plant settle into its new environment, and where appropriate, we’ll offer a replacement or credit.
Find out more about the 30-day guarantee .
For ongoing peace of mind beyond the first 30 days, you can extend your cover with Plant Protection.
Delivery within 2 weeks
Small & Medium — from £6, complimentary over £150
Large Specimens — from £25, complimentary over £1,000
We'll arrange your delivery and confirm the day in advance.
We currently deliver to mainland UK only. Costs are calculated at checkout based on your items and postcode. See our delivery page for more.
Returns
If anything isn't right on arrival, contact us within 48 hours and we'll put it right — covered by our 30-day plant guarantee.
For change-of-mind returns, let us know within 14 days. Plants and pots must be in their original condition and are subject to a collection charge, or can be returned to us by post at your own cost.
