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The leaves of my schefflera seem a pale green rather than a deep green.

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This could either be a cultivar that just has lighter leaves, or your potting mix is not correct. You need a well draining mix but it needs plenty of organic matter. When you buy one, remove about half of the shipping mix, as it's mostly peat. Score the roots a bit with a knife and mix in a good organic soil like Dr Earth's "Pot of Gold". Don't forget bi-weekly fertilizer. Keep a five-gallon bucket outside with some netting over it to allow it to "age" but keep bugs and debris out. Use it to water the houseplants with.

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Can I mix Miracle Grow with water for my fertilizer?

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Yes, but be very careful not to over-fertilize. Use a 1/4 solution, or about 1/2 teaspoon or less per full gallon of water. I like to 'age' this water, too. Mix the fertilizer with water and leave in a place where it will reach room temperature for a day or two. Resting further removes all traces of chlorine.

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What is the reason that the plant on my patio has leaves wilting and turning black?

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Direct sunlight can be harmful to the schefflera plant. Try shaded indirect sunlight instead.

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My umbrella plant (indoor) has a few flowers at the tips, do I pinch these out?

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Cut them carefully and apply lemon juice so that they will remain beautiful. The lemon juice prevents the plant from dying. You can also add a little milk to keep the roots strong and healthy.

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My plant is suddenly dropping full branched leaves, which look completely healthy, not yellow, crinkled by dehydration, nor black. Why?

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This could be due to a sudden change in temperature, sunlight or watering habits. If you have recently moved your plant from where it used to be, this could be the cause. Try to mimic its former conditions as much as possible, slowly easing it into different settings. Also, try giving your plant more humidity, and check if it needs repotting.

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Can I root an umbrella plant cutting?

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Yes. Put it in moist soil and wait a few weeks. There is a chance that it will grow roots.

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