Schefflera arboricola typically begins flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
umbrella plant
Schefflera arboricola
Schefflera arboricola, more commonly known as the umbrella plant, is an extremely popular houseplant. It features glossy, evergreen leaves that are palmate (shaped like an umbrella) and held different shades of green, with yellowish or cream-colored variegation. Umbrella plants appreciate bright, indirect sunlight, although they should be kept out of intense summer sun. They are known to tolerate light shade, growing and even flowering in these conditions. This tropical perennial is Loved for its tolerance of neglect and its easy maintenance, the umbrella plant works well as a specimen plant, in groupings or as a floor accent.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 12
Flowers:
Red Flowers In Summer
Sun:
part sun/part shade
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
green,red,yellow,orange Fruits Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Poisonous To Pets:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Indoors:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
The umbrella plant should be watered well enough to keep the soil evenly moist, but not too wet or soggy. Aim to water your Schefflera arboricola plant about once a week, allowing the top inch or so of soil to dry out between waterings. In more arid conditions, you may want to water the plant twice a week. When the temperatures are cooler, you may be able to stretch the watering intervals to every 10 days or 2 weeks.
sunlight
The umbrella plant, Schefflera arboricola, prefers bright, indirect sunlight. This means it should be placed in an area that receives bright light all day, preferably near a window, but doesn't get direct sun. During the winter months, when sunlight is in short supply, the umbrella plant should receive 2 to 4 hours of bright, indirect sunlight. In the warmer months, it should receive 4 to 6 hours of bright, indirect sunlight.
pruning
Frequent, light pruning of the Umbrella Plant (Schefflera arboricola) throughout the growing season is the best way to keep the plant shaped and attractive. When needed, prune back unruly stems, starting in the early spring and continuing into the summer months, right up until mid-September or so. Pruning is not necessary for most of the year, as the Umbrella Plant is relatively slow growing and only requires occasional attention. Avoid pruning during cold winter months, as the plant can be damaged by frost.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The Schefflera arboricola is typically harvested in the months of April, May, and June.
Starts Flowering
Schefflera arboricola typically begins flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The Schefflera arboricola is typically harvested in the months of April, May, and June.
