We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Schefflera trees are already pretty iconic. Their interestingly-shaped leaves and grand height make them fantastic houseplants that add a ...

At first glance, it seems strange that a plant commonly referred to as Hawaiian elf (Schefflera arboricola) is neither native to Hawaii nor elfish, growing to a height of at least ten feet. It ...

With its glossy, umbrella-shaped leaves and forgiving nature, the schefflera plant (also known as the umbrella plant) has earned its spot as a houseplant hall-of-famer. But like any relationship worth ...

For the past few cold wet weeks I have been collecting and sowing Schefflera seed, a process that will continue right into the depths of winter. Umbrella trees, as Scheffleras are commonly known, come ...

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 ...

IN the leafy suburbs of KwaZulu-Natal, the subject of alien invasive plants has raised the ire of many conservationists. Environmentalists regularly remind the public about the destructive vegetation ...

Brenda Scott is hoping for a holiday miracle, and she’s confident her miracle is coming. Scott, who owns The Product Shop Souvenirs and Gift Shop in Livonia, needs to find a home for Baby, a beloved ...

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 ...

Schefflera elegantissima can grow into a small tree or more than 10m tall when given sufficient space. The leaves also grow larger as they mature. You may want to prune the plant to achieve an ...

Schefflera trees are already pretty iconic. Their interestingly-shaped leaves and grand height make them fantastic houseplants that add a touch of the exotic to any home. There are two schefflera tree ...