How to Propagate Umbrella Plants (Schefflera) from Cuttings
Umbrella plant (Heptapleurum spp. syn. Schefflera spp.), commonly known as umbrella tree or schefflera, looks just like its name implies – a tree with glossy green umbrella-like foliage.
Growing between six to eight feet tall, this super low maintenance houseplant is a (tropical) breeze to grow!
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In our guide to growing umbrella trees, we cover how to cultivate these plants indoors, which includes giving them a spot in bright, indirect light, and providing consistently moist soil.
These plants are not just easy to grow but they’re easy to propagate too – allowing you to share your umbrellas with friends and family or keep them for yourself, creating a jungle of tropical foliage.
In this guide, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about propagating your own umbrella plant via stem cuttings.
Here’s what I’ll cover:
Gather Your SuppliesBefore you get started, you’ll need a few supplies.
Grab your favorite pruners or a sharp knife, and before you even think about making your cuts, be sure to sterilize these in a 10 percent bleach solution.
You’ll also need some propagation pots. You can choose to use one large pot to accommodate several cuttings or a few smaller ones.
For propagation media, you can either use your favorite seed-starting soil or a mix of half peat moss and half perlite.
Rooting hormone is not essential, but it’ll increase the chances of your cuttings taking root.
Bonide Bontone II Rooting Hormone
If you need a recommendation, I use Bonide Bontone II, which is a powdered product, available at Arbico Organics.
The pots will need
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