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schefflera plant

The schefflera plant is a striking addition to gardens and indoor spaces across New Zealand, loved for its lush, umbrella-like foliage and easy-going nature. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned plant enthusiast, scheffleras thrive with minimal fuss and deliver a tropical touch year-round. Their stunning leaf forms, rapid growth, and adaptability make them a top choice for enhancing living rooms, patios, and landscapes.

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Schefflera actinophylla

Schefflera actinophylla (Umbrella Tree) is a striking evergreen tree admired for its large glossy leaves that radiate like the spokes of an umbrella. Its lush tropical appearance makes it a popular feature tree for warm New Zealand gardens and a dramatic indoor specimen when young.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 11.50 m
Spread: 6.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Containers, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
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Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' (ZZ ZZ Plant)

Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which are thick, glossy, and near black in colour. The foliage can reach 60 cm tall and the 40 cm wide but is often much less than this when grown as a potted plant.

From $41.33

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
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Schefflera actinophylla

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Why Choose a Schefflera Plant?

Schefflera plants are celebrated for their unique palmate leaves, which often resemble an outstretched hand or umbrella spokes. Most are evergreen and maintain their vibrant green or variegated hues even during the colder months. As houseplants, they are natural air purifiers, making indoor environments healthier and fresher. Outdoors, larger species can be featured as architectural focal points or privacy screens.

Within the diverse schefflera family, there are options to suit every space. For bold, glossy leaves and a statement presence, consider Schefflera actinophylla. This variety can develop into a small tree with a striking upright form, perfect for larger containers or sheltered garden spots.

Schefflera Plant Varieties

With so many appealing cultivars, you’re certain to find a schefflera plant to complement your style:

Growing and Caring for Schefflera

The schefflera plant rewards basic care with abundant growth. Position your schefflera in bright, indirect light indoors or in a warm, sheltered spot outdoors. Water when the top centimeter of soil is dry, and provide well-draining potting mix. While scheffleras are forgiving, they dislike cold drafts and prolonged soggy soil. Occasional pruning helps maintain a bushy shape and encourages vigorous new foliage.

Feeding every few months during the growing season, and a repotting every couple of years, keeps your schefflera healthy and flourishing. If you’re new to houseplants, the robust schefflera plant is a confidence-boosting choice.

Where to Buy Schefflera Plants in New Zealand

Our nursery offers an array of schefflera varieties to suit any home or garden project. Browse our curated selection, including Schefflera actinophylla, Schefflera arboricola variegated, Schefflera Hong Kong, Schefflera digitata (Seven Finger), and Schefflera arboricola (Dwarf Umbrella Tree). Add a schefflera plant to your garden collection and enjoy low-maintenance beauty that lasts for years.

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