Dwarf Umbrella Tree

All of our deliveries are carbon neutral.

In store shopping and free local pick up available at our store located at 21A Bathurst St, Toronto.

Free local delivery* available within City of Toronto and surrounding areas including Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, and Scarborough.

Shipping options are available for plants and planters that are 7" or smaller to all provinces in Canada. We ship out on every Monday (or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday) for orders placed by Saturday midnight.

Shipping

Local Pickup and Shop In-Store

Local pick up and shop in-store in Toronto

We are open for in-store shopping and local pickup at our 21A Bathurst St location.
Our store hours are Monday 11 AM to 6 PM, Tuesday 1 PM to 6 PM, Wednesday to Thursday 11 AM to 6 PM, Friday to Sunday 11 AM to 7 PM, excluding holidays.
Pickup orders are usually ready for pickup within 24 hours.
You have up to 30 days to pick up your order.*

Local Delivery

Yellow: Toronto Delivery (Free over $75)

Yellow zone: Toronto Core. $15 for orders under $75. Free for orders over $75 before tax and after discount.
Usually delivered within 2 - 4 days excluding the purchase date. Delivery timelines subject to change during holidays.

Next day delivery is also available at checkout.
Order before 10 PM EST, deliver next day by end of the day (No deliveries on Monday).

Green: GTA Delivery (Free over $125)

Green zone: Oakville, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, and Scarborough.
$15 for orders under $125. Free for orders over $125 before tax and after discount.
Usually delivered within 7 days excluding the purchase date. Delivery timelines subject to change during holidays.

Delivered with care

All of our plants are delivered by our human plant expert in person(contactless during COVID-19). We will send you a delivery confirmation once your delivery is scheduled. And you'll also get a text message with a tracking link when your plants are out for delivery and on arrival.

Shipping in a Box

All Provinces

All of our 7" and smaller size plants and planters are now available to ship in a box across all provinces in Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, and Saskatchewan.**

We post our mails on Mondays(or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday) using mixed carriers(Canada Post/UPS/FedEx), the cut off time is Saturday midnight, order placed after that will ship out on the Monday after, so please keep that in mind when you place your order. We do this to avoid the order sitting in a post office over the weekend, however, this may still happen from time to time. To prepare an order, we pack up the plants with great care, ensuring as much as possible that they will have a secure and smooth delivery. Once you receive your tracking link from Canada Post/UPS/FedEx, the delivery will all be based on their projected timelines.

All Territories

If you live in Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon, we now ship Philodendron Pink Princess across all territories.

Delivery Standards for Remote Areas

If the destination postal code is located in a remote area, and only Canada Post service the area(alternative options will shown at checkout if available), they may add up to 5 business days, in addition to the posted delivery time. Generally, if your postal code has a 0 (zero) in the first half, ie, A[0]E 3B0, additional time may be added by Canada Post. Exceptions may apply. For additional information, please visit here.

Cold Weather Protection

Complimentary heat packs and insulations are included to protect your plants from cold damage if shipped in a box, if weather requires. Some stresses are expected, but with good light and proper watering, they will bounce back very soon.

Pro tips

Dwarf Umbrella Tree can survive in lower light spaces provided there is some source of natural light, although its growth will most likely have less variegation and become "leggy", or stretched out and not very compact. Also, the watering will need to be reduced to prevent overwatering as the risk is heightened when the plant has access to less light and is less productive. Pruning can be done to control its shape and size, which also encourages fuller growth. Regularly clean the leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and boost photosynthesis.

How to take care of Dwarf Umbrella Tree

Sun: Indirect

Dwarf Umbrella Tree should not be in a position to see the sun directly, although early morning or late evening sun is fine. Filtered sunlight through a sheer curtain is best and most homes are comprised primarily of indirect sunlight. The best spot for them is where they do not see the sun during the majority of the day but still get bright, indirect light.

Light: Medium - Low

Dwarf Umbrella Tree will thrive in medium to bright light, but also can tolerate low light. A good medium-light place in your home would be in the middle of a room that has a regular size window. They can be placed almost anywhere in the room but remember, plants will grow based on how much light they receive.

Water: When half dry

Dwarf Umbrella Tree needs to be watered when the top half of the soil is dry to the touch. That usually takes about 1 week in an average home environment. It will vary depending on the time of year, your environment and lighting conditions, but it's always safer to underwater or give the soil a check before you water again. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Humidity: Any

Dwarf Umbrella Tree can live in any average home humidity condition and are fairly hardy.

Pet Caution

Dwarf Umbrella Tree is moderately toxic and can cause some adverse reactions when ingested so it is best to not let your pets eat it, which we advise for all plants in general. The severity of the reaction will depend on how much of the plant is ingested but, if you know your pet typically does not eat your plants, this plant will be suitable for your home.

About Dwarf Umbrella Tree

Botanical Name: Schefflera arboricola

Common Name: Dwarf Umbrella Tree

Origin: Native to Taiwan Province and Hainan Province in China

Plant Story

Introducing the Dwarf Umbrella Tree, a compact and versatile houseplant that embodies resilience and adaptability, making it a perfect addition to both home and office environments. Known scientifically as Schefflera arboricola, this smaller cousin of the larger Schefflera acts, with its dense, umbrella-like leaf clusters, as a symbol of shelter and protection.

The Dwarf Umbrella Tree features glossy, rich green leaves that spread out from its central stems in a radial pattern, mimicking the form of an umbrella. This architectural structure not only adds visual interest and tropical flair to any setting but also serves a practical function by creating a lush, green backdrop or privacy screen in more open spaces.

Caring for the Dwarf Umbrella Tree is straightforward, making it an ideal plant for both novice and experienced plant owners. It thrives in bright, indirect light but is remarkably tolerant of lower light conditions, which allows it to adapt to a variety of indoor environments. This adaptability teaches us the importance of flexibility and finding strength in different circumstances.

Water your Dwarf Umbrella Tree when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch, ensuring consistent moisture without overwatering. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot, highlighting the need for a balanced approach in nurturing growth—too little care, and the plant may suffer; too much, and it could be overwhelmed.

As your Dwarf Umbrella Tree grows, it will maintain a relatively compact size, making it suitable for areas where space is at a premium but the desire for greenery is not. Regular pruning can help manage its shape and promote denser foliage, allowing you to customize its appearance according to your space and style preferences.

Welcome the Dwarf Umbrella Tree into your space and let it remind you daily of the power of resilience and the comfort of natural shelter. It’s not just a plant; it’s a living symbol of protection, a natural air purifier, and a testament to the adaptive power of nature.

Monday	11 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday (Reduced hour)	1 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday	11 AM - 6 PM
Thursday	11 AM - 6 PM
Friday	11 AM - 7 PM
Saturday	11 AM - 7 PM
Sunday	11 AM - 7 PM
Holidays	Get holiday hours

Dwarf Umbrella Tree