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How often to water an umbrella tree
Schefflera arboricola
Spring–autumn 7 days
Winter 11 days
In a bright room, water your umbrella tree about every 7 days from spring to autumn and every 11 days in winter. Check that the top of the soil is dry first.
By season and light
| Season | Bright spot | Lower light |
|---|---|---|
| Spring to autumn (Apr–Oct) | every 7 days | every 9 days |
| November and March | every 9 days | every 11 days |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | every 11 days | every 14 days |
These are the starting intervals Trellis uses when you add an umbrella tree. Growth slows in winter, so the interval is stretched 1.5× in Dec–Feb and 1.25× in November and March, and 1.3× in lower light (seasons are flipped in the Southern Hemisphere). Pot size and room temperature change things, so adjust to how fast the soil dries.
Where to put it
Bright room (behind a sheer curtain)
Bright indoor light; handles some shade
Seasonal notes
Winter
- Keep it on the dry side in winter
Tips for your umbrella tree
- Schefflera is tough — trimmed branches sprout again
- Leaf drop? Check light and overwatering
- Water deeply once the soil is dry
- Rotate the pot so it grows evenly
Trellis
Add your umbrella tree and Trellis reminds you on watering day
- Starts at every 7 days. You can change it any time
- Invite family and see who watered what (free)
- Keep growth photos and share them as cards
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