Is Schefflera a shade-loving or sun-loving plant?

Does Schefflera prefer shade or sun?

Schefflera is a sun-loving subtropical evergreen tree plant. It can grow normally under high temperature conditions above 30℃ and grow in winter temperatures not lower than 5℃. If the temperature reaches below 0℃, Schefflera will be frozen and its leaves will fall.

Schefflera basking in the sun

Schefflera can adapt to different levels of light. It can grow in full sun, half sun or semi-shade environments. The intensity of light also affects the color of its leaves. When the light is strong, the color of the leaves tends to be lighter, and in semi-shade, its leaves are very dark green.

Schefflera can be exposed to the sun. The colors of its leaves are very bright under the sun. Adequate light is also beneficial to the development of Schefflera. However, be careful not to expose Schefflera seedlings to excessive sunlight in summer to prevent its new leaves from being sunburned.

Growth habit of Schefflera

Schefflera likes fertilizer and likes to grow in fertile, well-drained, breathable and slightly acidic soil. It has strong adaptability and requires sufficient light during its growth period. The leaves need to be watered regularly. It is very ornamental when placed in the sun and is very suitable for cultivation in the bedroom or courtyard at home.