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Common umbrella plant pests and how to get rid of them

Do you suspect your umbrella plant of having a pest invasion? Here are the most common umbrella plant pests and the best tips on how to get rid of them. The umbrella plant, also known as the Schefflera, is a very durable houseplant. It is considered to be low-maintenance, mostly because it can grow in …

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How to train your umbrella plant to grow in a specific direction

Unhappy with the shape of your umbrella plant? Here’s a guide on how to train your umbrella plant to grow in a specific direction! Umbrella plants (Scheffleras) are super popular houseplants. People love their tropical shaped leaves, in clusters of 8, and their tree-like form. We actually originally bought our umbrella plant as a small …

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Why is my rubber plant dropping leaves?

Wondering why your rubber plant dropping leaves? Here are the top causes and solutions to stop your rubber tree from losing leaves! Rubber plants are super popular houseplants. They are a type of ficus and, in general, very easy to care for. However, just because they are easy to care for doesn’t mean that they …

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Why are my pothos cuttings rotting

Wondering why your pothos cuttings are rotting? Here are the top causes of pothos cuttings rotting, what to do about it, and how to fix it! Pothos, also known as devil’s ivy, is a popular indoor plant due to its hardiness and ease of propagation. Many plant enthusiasts enjoy propagating their pothos by taking stem …

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Ficus burgundy rubber plant care guide

Want to add a Ficus burgundy rubber plant to your houseplant collection? They are beautiful and easy to care for! Here’s my complete Ficus burgundy rubber plant care guide! I was recently looking for a plant to put in the corner of our home office. I wanted something that would do OK with medium light …

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Why is my umbrella plant getting yellow leaves?

Is your umbrella plant getting yellow leaves? Here are the top causes and how to fix them! Umbrella plants are beautiful, easy care houseplants. But, just because they are easy to care for doesn’t mean something can go wrong. Amongst all of the top umbrella plant problems, yellow leaves are one of the most common. …

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Are umbrella plants safe for pets?

Looking for pet-safe house plants? Let’s talk about are umbrella plants safe for pets and what you need to do if your pet is exposed. Umbrella plants are super popular houseplants. They have a tree shape and tropical leaves in clusters of 8, making them a beautiful addition to any houseplant collection. The umbrella plant …

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Umbrella Plants: everything you need to know

Looking for a beautiful, easy house plant? Here is everything you need to know about Umbrella plants! I love an Umbrella plant (scientific name: schefflera). These tropical plants are really small trees with clusters of 8 leaves. They have a tropical look, mixed with a tree aesthetic, which makes them an interesting addition to any …

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