Question
My rubber plant is suffering a little after a recent house move. I did think that the yellowing of some of the lower leaves might be down to too much light ... but reading your answer on a previous query about this, I understand that rubber plants actually like a reasonable amount of light. It sits in the corner of a large east facing window, whereas before the move it appeared to do quite well in a shady corner. Could it then be down to too much water ... or not enough? I would very much appreciate your expert opinion on this please. Many thanks in advance.  

Answer
Hi Alison,

Plants often decline when they are relocated. A change in light necessitates a change in watering, as well.

It is the older leaves that suffer the most from a change in light as they are adapted to the previous light. It may be that the older leaves on your rubber plant are more suited to low light. It is also possible that the soil is drying out sooner now that the plant receives more light. So underwatering may be the problem.

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