Dwarf Umbrella Tree

Dwarf Umbrella Tree

8‘’
$59.90
Sale price  $59.90 Regular price 
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Dwarf Umbrella Tree

Schefflerae arboricola

An adaptable tropical classic, perfect as a sculptural outdoor shade shrub or a hardy indoor statement plant.

$59.90
Sale price  $59.90 Regular price 
Size8‘’

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Bay Area–Based Nursery

We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Dwarf Umbrella Tree is a versatile and resilient favorite, beloved for bringing a lush, green tropical vibe to shaded outdoor living areas and bright indoor spaces alike. Its distinctive compound leaves radiate like small, glossy green umbrellas from a central stem, creating a dense, layered canopy. Incredibly adaptable, it thrives as a low-maintenance evergreen shrub in sheltered Bay Area gardens or as a popular, easy-care houseplant that can be pruned to any desired size or shape.

Classic Tropical Foliage: Features distinctive, palmately compound leaves with multiple glossy, deep green leaflets arranged in a charming "umbrella" formation.
Highly Adaptable: Functions beautifully as a shade-tolerant outdoor shrub in frost-protected areas or as a forgiving and popular indoor houseplant.
Responds Well to Pruning: Can be easily maintained at a smaller size, shaped into a standard tree form, or allowed to grow into a large, dense screen (10-15 ft outdoors).
Tough & Forgiving: Tolerates a wide range of indoor light conditions and is relatively drought-tolerant once established, making it an ideal choice for beginners.
Versatile Placement: Perfect for adding vertical interest and texture to shaded patios, atriums, or as a structural indoor plant in homes and offices.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Compound leaves with 7-9 small, elliptical, glossy deep green leaflets arranged in an umbrella-like whorl on short petioles.Flowers/ Fruit: Small, red flowers in compound clusters; followed by round, orange-red to dark purple berries (rarely produced indoors).Habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree. Outdoors it can reach 10-15 ft; as a container plant it is typically maintained at 5-6 ft. Responds well to pruning.
  • Mature Height (Outdoor): 10–15 ft
    Mature Height (Container): 5–6 ft
    Mature Width (Container): 3–4 ft
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
  • Light Needs: Partial to full shade (outdoors); bright, indirect light (indoors)
  • Key Advantages:Attractive, tropical-looking foliage.Adaptable as both an outdoor landscape shrub and a popular indoor houseplant.Tolerant of shade and pruning.Low maintenance once established
  • Landscape Uses (Outdoor):Shaded entryways, patios, and courtyards.Under trees or in woodland gardens.Near water features or pools in sheltered locations.Tropical-themed gardens
FAQs

Q: What's the lowest temperature it can handle outside?
A: It can tolerate brief dips to about 30-35°F once established, but frost will damage it. In most of Zone 9a, it's best planted in a very sheltered, shaded microclimate protected from freezing winds.

Q: How do I care for it as a houseplant?
A: Provide bright, indirect light and water only when the top inch of soil feels dry. It appreciates occasional misting and light feeding during the growing season. Prune any leggy growth to keep it full.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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