Schefflera Plant Care

Learn All About Schefflera Plant Care with our Guide

Schefflera plants are beautiful houseplants that have groups of oval-shaped leaves growing from a central stalk in the shape of an umbrella. Native to Taiwan and Southern China, they are tropical plants that will tolerate a range of growing conditions.

Caring for your Schefflera Plant

Schefflera Sunlight

Schefflera plants are best placed in bright indirect sunlight, although they can tolerate a little direct sun and some shade. Turn your Schefflera plant regularly to ensure even growth. If your plant has leggy shoots, it probably isn’t getting enough light.

Schefflera Soil & Nutrients

Schefflera plants need nutrient-rich soil with good drainage. Any well-draining potting mix will suffice. Use a liquid fertiliser occasionally during the growing season (May to August).

Schefflera Water

The Schefflera plants likes moist soil so top yours up when the top of the soil is dry. Make sure it doesn’t sit in standing water and reduce watering in the winter months. Yellow or dropping leaves can indicate overwatering.

Schefflera Climate & Humidity

Due to their tropical origins, Schefflera plants like warm and humid conditions and are well suited to a bathroom or kitchen. Avoid exposing your Schefflera plants to cold or dry conditions and consider increasing humidity by misting your plant, especially if you are using heating or air conditioning.

Schefflera Maintenance

Prune any leggy or unwanted growth during the Spring and Summer months to encourage new growth. Schefflera plants are prone to aphids which cause sooty mould to form on the leaves. Give your plant a shower and wipe the leaves with a damp cloth. Treat the aphids with an insecticide soap or neem oil spray.