schefflera bonsai tree Dwarf Umbrella Tree

schefflera bonsai tree Dwarf Umbrella TreeDwarf Umbrella Tree Schefflera Arboricola The Dwarf Umbrella Tree, scientifically known as Schefflera Arboricola, is a stunning plant that is fantastic for beginners and advanced enthusiasts alike! Native to regions of Taiwan and the Hainan Island in China this plant thrives in the subtropical conditions under the dense canopy where it receives filtered light. Only growing to a maximum height of around 6 feet with a width of 4 feet this plant

Dwarf Umbrella Tree | Schefflera Arboricola

The Dwarf Umbrella Tree, scientifically known as Schefflera Arboricola, is a stunning plant that is fantastic for beginners and advanced enthusiasts alike! Native to regions of Taiwan and the Hainan Island in China this plant thrives in the subtropical conditions under the dense canopy where it receives filtered light.

Only growing to a maximum height of around 6 feet with a width of 4 feet this plant naturally stays small and compact making it perfect for bonsaists. The Schefflera is one of our most adaptable plants, can survive in a variety of conditions and is naturally disease and insect resistant.

Leaves: The leaves are large, glossy, dark green, palmate leaves (With up to seven leaflets). Many people find they resemble miniature palm trees. Leaves can grow a maximum size of 6 inches but can be reduced to 3-4inches through defoliation.

 Flowers: Produces large clusters of tiny yellow-white flowers that can grow through the spring-summer. However, it is rare to bloom as a bonsai due to the frequent trimming.

Sun Requirement: Part-shade

Watering Requirements: Water the soil thoroughly to help saturate the entire substrate. Water frequently and keep the soil slightly moist, not soaking, take care to not let the root ball dry out completely

Growth Rate: 8”-24”/year

Ideal PH 6.0-7.0