umbrella plant

If you want a lush green indoor tree, the dwarf umbrella tree (Schefflera arboricola) might be just what you need for your plant collection. Umbrella trees also grow outdoors in warm, frost-free climates and are native to tropical rainforests in northern Australia and New Guinea. In the ground they can become large plants, but size is restricted when grown indoors...

Coastal inspired decorations and tones are right on trend. If you’ve been inspired to bring the coastal look inside, what plants do you select to match your interior theme? Seaside plants tend to have tough green leaves and include palms, ferns and the tall, lush umbrella tree. The robust green foliage of many indoor plants also complements the blues and...

As the quarter-acre block becomes less and less of the norm, and small-space living continues to rise, green thumbs are becoming more innovative in finding ways to bring the outdoors in. Living areas, kitchens, bedrooms and even bathrooms are now fair game for creating green oases. One need only watch an episode of The Block to know that gardening is now...

Soft-tip yucca Soft-tip yucca Yucca elephantipes Also known as a spineless yucca, there’s nothing timid about this bold South American native. Bring out its natural beauty and enhance its sculptural shape by removing old leaves from the bottom of the trunk. You can also keep its width and height in check by cutting back the top and stems. To ensure your yucca looks...