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 ...

Letting your schefflera plant grow naturally can create a statement on its own, but you can give it even more pizzazz with ...

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 ...

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 ...

"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 ...