How to water Schefflera

Watering tips for Schefflera

Schefflera is a plant of the genus Schefflera. Generally speaking, the temperature in spring and autumn is relatively mild, and watering can be done at any time of the day. In summer, try to water it in the morning or evening, and in winter, do it at noon.

How to judge whether to water Schefflera

If the leaves of Schefflera oleifera wilt, the surface becomes dull and lifeless, and the leaves are limp, it means that it is lacking water and needs to be watered in time.

How often should I water Schefflera?

The frequency of watering Schefflera needs to be adjusted according to the season. Generally, it should be watered once every three or four days in spring and autumn, once every one or two days in summer, and its growth is slower in winter, so it only needs to be watered once every 5-7 days.

Should Schefflera be watered thoroughly?

The Schefflera should be watered thoroughly and the soil in the pot should always be kept moist, not too wet or too dry. It needs to be watered immediately when the soil in the pot is still not completely dry.

Schefflera watering method

When watering the Pterocarpus ovata, you should adhere to the principle of watering it when the soil is dry and watering it when the soil is wet. It also has a certain drought resistance, so you can water it when the soil becomes dry. At the same time, you need to spray the plant with water frequently to keep it moist. This ensures that the plant has both suitable soil humidity and suitable air humidity for growth, which is more conducive to the growth of the plant.

What kind of water should be used to water Schefflera

Schefflera prefers acidic soil, so it is generally best to use river water, spring water, well water for watering, or use neutral or acidic unpolluted water.

Schefflera watering amount

Schefflera usually only needs a small amount of water once a day to keep the soil slightly moist. In spring and autumn, watering once or twice a week is enough.

Precautions for watering Schefflera

1. After the newly repotted Schefflera is placed in a cool place to acclimate, it can be cared for normally after the seedlings have grown. The newly planted Schefflera should be watered once every 3 to 5 days in summer and once every 5 to 10 days in spring and autumn.

2. Schefflera has a good growth momentum and requires a large amount of water, so sufficient water must be ensured throughout the year during maintenance. However, water should not accumulate when watering, especially in the summer when watering is more frequent. Do not water too much each time, otherwise root rot will occur.