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- Q.My Schefflera Plant Is Dropping Leaves Like Crazy. - I moved it inside in October and the light is not ideal, but all other plants are adjusting. Some leaves ...
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- Q.I Received A Schefflera Plant For Christmas 2018. It Is 8 Feet Tall, Nice And Bushy. It Is In An Area That Has A Skylight . - This is basically the only lighting it gets. The top leaves of the tree are getting black and curled up. ...
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October 12, 2019Q.Shefflera new leaves turn black and die
I have a 32 year ply Shefflera, which is nearly 8' tall. The new leaves come out strong looking. Then they begin to turn black and each petal falls off. The stem remains on the trunk. This has happened with the last three sets of new leaves formed. I have owned this plant it's whole life. It has been in the same location for 30 years. I don't know why the leaves are dying. I think the plant is root bound. What do you think or know about this problem. Thank you
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GKH_Susan on
October 13, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Has the temperature changed to below 50 degrees F (10 C). A drop in temperature can cause the black, dropping leaves.
It could be due a pot change as you say. You can refresh the soil and trim the roots a bit.
Here is more info:
https://pss.uvm.edu/ppp/articles/schefflera.html
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/schefflera/repotting-schefflera-plants.htm
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Anonymous on
November 18, 2019Q.Schefflera tree cuttings
40+ yr old tree cuttings. Some 6ft most 2-4 ft. Cut on angle dipped in hormone powder put good potting soil in hole. Keeping wet ea day. Will they survive? I’m in Central FL. Hope no hard freeze this yr. my friend moving so I had to get them now. Thanks
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
November 18, 2019
Certified ExpertA.It sounds like you know what you are doing and from the photo and description of your practices the plants seem to be doing well so far and are likely to survive.
They need to be kept moderately moist, but you may not need to water every day. You don't want to encourage root rot.
You might also consider a product that helps plants become established that you add to the plant water once a month during the growing season. Just ask at any garden center.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/schefflera/outdoor-schefflera-care.htm
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Alyssapassmore99 on
December 31, 2019
64114Q.My Schefflera Plant Is Dropping Leaves Like Crazy.
I moved it inside in October and the light is not ideal, but all other plants are adjusting. Some leaves are turning black and falling others are wilting. I have changed watering pattern with no impact and moved it to various spots in the room to change light. Help!
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
December 31, 2019
Certified ExpertA.This should be expected with a rapid change. They are sensitive to this. The best thing that you can do is to put it in a brightly lit area, and only water once the top 4 inches of soil are dry, completely.
Make sure that it stays warm. Anything approaching 50 degrees will start to make them drop leaves. Dropping leaves is also due to the drop in humidity and light, in indoor conditions.
Keep it alive through Winter with light and warmth, while feeding on occasion. Once you can put it back out, you can prune and treat it as normal. It will recover once it has the ideal conditions that it wants back.
This article will offer help on the care of Schefflera: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/schefflera/schefflera-plant-care.htm
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March 27, 2020
83864Q.Schefflera Has Brown Spots. Not Sticky. No Bugs. Otherwise Seems Healthy. What Is This? How Do I Treat It?
Leaves are smooth, shiny, and perky. Seeing new growth. Water it once a week. Has a grow light. Other plants around it don't seem to be affected. Is it something to worry about?
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BushDoctor on
March 27, 2020
Certified ExpertA.I would make sure to keep an eye on that! It looks like the very beginning of a fungal/bacterial infection.
I can't really see if your container allow extra water to flow out, freely, or not. If it does, I would let the plant dry out down to about 3 or 4 inches before watering again, instead of watering on schedule. This will offer a more accurate reading as when to water. Overwatering is the leading cause of this type of infection.
Here are some articles that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/applying-bactericide-to-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/schefflera/schefflera-plant-care.htm
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May 20, 2020Q.I received a schefflera plant for Christmas 2018. It is 8 feet tall, nice and bushy. It is in an area that has a skylight .
This is basically the only lighting it gets. The top leaves of the tree are getting black and curled up. Almost looks like they are burnt. Is this skylight at fault? What should I do?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
May 20, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Schefflera leaves will burn if they get direct light, but that usually appears as yellow spots that turn to brown leaves. Most problems are often related to over-watering. I would cut off any diseased looking leaves at the top and prune it down a bit, then treat it with Neem oil. Make sure it's not being overwatered. Wait till the soil is dry 3/4 the way down before watering again.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/schefflera/schefflera-plant-care.htm
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May 23, 2020
dubaiQ.Schefflera
i recently noticed some schefflera leaves crumpling/ edges turning yellow/ brown. Would be grateful to know what can be the cause. thank you
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
May 25, 2020
Certified ExpertA.I'm inclined to say a slight bit of overwatering is the main problem. Other than that- Leaves with distortion can be caused by a pH imbalance or cool temperatures.
At this point, providing correct care should be enough without serious treatment. This article will give you some information on the requirements of this tropical shrub:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/schefflera/schefflera-plant-care.htm
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June 21, 2020Q.Schefflera plant varieties
Are there variegated schefflera bushes?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
June 21, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Yes, there are several different varieties of variegated schefflera. Some are listed below:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/schefflera/schefflera-plant-care.htm
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