An easy, bushy indoor tree with glossy leaflets fanning out like umbrella spokes. Fast-growing and tolerant, it responds well to pruning and even bonsai.
At a glance
- Plant type: Indoor plant
- Mature size: 2 m tall
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Dwarf Umbrella Tree
Heptapleurum arboricola is an fast-growing indoor plant in the Araliaceae family. It reaches around 2 m tall at maturity, with evergreen and variegated foliage.
Where to grow Dwarf Umbrella Tree
Dwarf Umbrella Tree suits tropical and subtropical climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Most soils suit Dwarf Umbrella Tree provided drainage is reasonable. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Dwarf Umbrella Tree is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Dwarf Umbrella Tree in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Dwarf Umbrella Tree in the garden
Dwarf Umbrella Tree earns its place for pots and courtyard containers, a feature or specimen planting and bonsai culture. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Dwarf Umbrella Tree with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and tropical climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Dwarf Umbrella Tree
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