Is the umbrella tree suitable for growing at home? How should it be cared for so it grows well?

The umbrella tree is an evergreen shrub that can be planted in gardens or grown as a potted ornamental, and is deeply loved by gardening enthusiasts.So is the umbrella tree suitable for growing at home? How should it be cared for so it grows well?

1. Basic information about the umbrella tree

1. Distribution of the umbrella tree

The Chinese scientific name of the umbrella tree is Schefflera octophylla, also known as the duck-foot tree. It originates from the subtropical rainforests of Oceania, Guangdong and Fujian in China, and South America, among other places. It is currently widely distributed in Tibet (Zayu), Yunnan, Guangxi, Guangdong, Zhejiang, Fujian and Taiwan, China. It is a common plant in the evergreen broad-leaved forests of tropical and subtropical regions, and sometimes also grows on sunny slopes, at an altitude of 100 to 2100 m. It is also distributed in Japan, Vietnam and India.

2. The value of the umbrella tree

The umbrella tree is a large potted plant and can also be planted in courtyards. It is suitable for placement in hotel lobbies, library reading rooms and museum exhibition halls, presenting a natural and harmonious green environment. In addition, the leaves of the umbrella tree can absorb nicotine and some other harmful substances, and can reduce formaldehyde concentration by about 9 mg per hour. During the day it can also carry out photosynthesis to produce oxygen.

3. The feng shui meaning of the umbrella tree

In feng shui, the umbrella tree is said to bring in wealth and treasure, protect the home and ward off evil, and boost fortune. If placed properly, it can also improve feng shui. Generally, placing it at the main entrance can not only spread wealth luck but also protect the home; placing the umbrella tree in the living room is also excellent for feng shui, because both the feng shui and wealth positions are in the living room; placing the umbrella tree on the balcony can block the ominous energy from outside the window, bring good feng shui into the home, and make the family harmonious and happy. In addition, when growing the umbrella tree, keep it away from the kitchen, electrical appliances and the bathroom.

2. Is the umbrella tree suitable for growing at home?

The umbrella tree is suitable for growing at home. Because the umbrella tree has a graceful shape and stays green all year round, placing it at home will give the home a very good decorative effect. It can also absorb harmful gases in the air and release oxygen through photosynthesis, which is beneficial to human health. In addition, it carries the meaning of bringing in wealth and treasure, which is also very good for the home's feng shui.

3. How should the umbrella tree be cared for so it grows well?

The care of potted plants is nothing more than watering, fertilizing, lighting, pruning and pest and disease control. Generally, if you master these well, you need not worry about failing to grow them well.

1. Water and fertilize the umbrella tree regularly and in the right amounts

The umbrella tree likes warm, humid environments and is suitable for growing in fertile soil. Generally, in spring and autumn, water twice a week; in summer, water once every morning and evening; in winter, water once every half month. Keep the soil moist. If the weather is too dry, you can appropriately spray water on its leaves. Every year from March to September is the peak growing season for the umbrella tree, and it is usual to apply some compound fertilizer or cake fertilizer water every 2-3 weeks.

2. Control the umbrella tree's light exposure time

The most suitable growing environment for Schefflera octophylla in summer is semi-shade, so during the summer growing season it should be kept in a shady place for care. For outdoor planting, use a 70% shade net to provide shade and prevent scorching sun exposure, so as to avoid leaf burn and dull leaf color. In winter, no shading is needed; with more than 4 hours of direct sunlight per day, it can grow well. For variegated varieties, light that is too strong or too weak will cause the leaf patches to become indistinct and lose their proper ornamental value. In addition, do not place it in a dark area for a long time, otherwise it is easy to cause the leaves to turn yellow or even fall off.

3. Pruning and pest and disease control for the umbrella tree are indispensable

If it is a young umbrella tree, carry out thinning and light pruning, mainly for shaping. If it is an old plant, prune heavily when repotting, cutting off most branches and leaves, and part of the roots can also be cut off. For the umbrella tree, pay attention to preventing and controlling leaf spot disease, anthracnose, red spider mites and scale insects and other pests and diseases, and spray pesticides in time.

The above is all the content introduced by the Tuliu.com editor. Everyone must pay attention to the above care techniques when cultivating it.