Native to subtropical regions, the Dwarf Umbrella (Schefflera arboricola) — the dwarf form of the Hawaiian Umbrella tree — is often grown as a rock-planting bonsai thanks to the mangrove-like roots it develops. It is one of the easiest bonsai to grow and maintain, tolerates lower light than most species, and is perfect for beginners.
One-of-a-kind tree: the bonsai pictured is the exact tree you will receive, professionally styled by the Bonsai Bar team and planted in a 10" blue glazed oval pot.
If you have any questions about your tree, reach out to us for a Treeiage call and our horticulture team is happy to help.
Shipping & Arrival
To ensure safe delivery, we prefer to ship trees between Monday and Wednesday at the latest, so your bonsai is never caught in an accidental weekend delay. Some leaf drop during shipment is completely normal. If leaves drop in transit, place your tree in a very sunny spot and water only once the topsoil has dried out — take care not to overwater while the tree has few or no leaves.
Care Guide
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Light: Low to moderate light — tolerates shade, thrives with more sun
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Placement: Indoor or outdoor
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Water: Moderate — keep evenly watered
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Fertilizer: Moderate feeding through the growing season
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Temperature: Tropical tree — keep away from freezing temperatures
Specifications
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Botanical name: Schefflera arboricola
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Plant characteristics: Tropical evergreen, aerial roots
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Tree dimensions: approx. 17" × 12" × 14"
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Pot: 10" blue glazed oval
