The umbrella tree,Schefflera actinophylla, is the larger species of the houseplant. Native to Australia, this species can grow up to 50 feet (about 15.24 meters) tall. It branches into several trunks and displays red flowers at the top during the summer. Despite its size, this variety is ...
Feed indoor and garden-grown schefflera plants at the beginning and throughout the growing season. Use an all-purpose slow-release plant food or water-soluble fertilizer, such as a 9-3-6 or 18-6-12 mix. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of a slow-release blend evenly over the container's soil and w...