Umbrella Tree Schefflera

Indoor gardeners looking for small trees to grow in containers love schefflera, also known as dwarf umbrella tree or umbrella plant. “Schefflera is prized for its clusters of glossy, oval-shaped ...

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There is a new umbrella tree in town, and its name is Alpine Junior (Schefflera ‘Alpine Junior’). This plant has dark-green, glossy foliage, with individual leaves that are 4 to 6 inches long. New ...

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Q: I have had an umbrella tree for years, but right now it is scraping the ceiling. Can I cut it back? A: Yes, umbrella tree (Schefflera actinophylla) can be cut back to control its height and thicken ...

Q: I have had this umbrella tree (schefflera) for more than 10 years. It has been through a lot. I thought it was dead but it has grown again. Now its stems are thin although they are tall. What ...

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One of my favorite 'beginner' houseplants by far is the Umbrella plant (umbrella tree), or the Schefflera. This lovely, low maintenance plant provides a wonderful structural appeal in the home with ...

Birds & Blooms on MSN: Umbrella Plant (Schefflera) Care and Growing Tips

AOL: The Simple Way To Turn A Schefflera Tree Into A Statement Houseplant

The Simple Way To Turn A Schefflera Tree Into A Statement Houseplant

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." With its glossy, umbrella-shaped leaves and forgiving nature, the schefflera plant (also known as the ...

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Los Angeles Daily News: What happens when a dwarf umbrella tree gets too wet

Q: I purchased a Schefflera arboricola dwarf tree two weeks ago from a nursery. The soil was wet at purchase, two weeks have passed, and the soil is still moist! I don’t want to overwater, so I’ve ...