The Queensland Umbrella Tree is native to Australia but was introduced to North America at least by early in the 20th century. It quickly became popular as a landscape plant in Florida and other sub-tropical states and was also cultivated as a houseplant that became (and still is) popular in more northern areas. Unfortunately – as with many other exotics, it took decades for us to realize the negative aspects of the plant on our environment. To learn more about South-West Florida’s ecosystem and

Once again pruning my balcony Schefflera plant! ✂️🌿 This fast grower loves to stretch out, but with regular trimming, it stays neat, compact, and beautifully bushy. I focus on cutting just above leaf nodes and removing leggy or crowded stems to promote fuller growth. Pruning also helps improve airflow and prevents it from getting too tall or droopy in the balcony space. With a little shaping every few weeks, my Schefflera stays healthy and vibrant year-round. A well-pruned plant is a happy plan