"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 ...

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 ...

Spring is finally here, and central Ohio garden patios are just about ready for their summer tropical containers. (But remember to not plant or put outside tropical or warm-season plants until the ...

There are so many ways to add some life and color to your home, but if caring for plants feels daunting, you may want to opt ...

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 ...

Danni asks: My schefflera bonsai doesn’t look good. The leaves are yellowing and some are dropping off. What’s wrong and what can I do about it? Most schefflera bonsai plants are created using the ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Good morning, Anthony Kim, and good luck today. It is the last weekend ...

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 ...