Jack Frost Bit My Schefflera!
Ask the Expert: What do I do with my schefflera?
I left my schefflera outside and it was cold, I brought it in and all the leaves are brown and droopy. I don’t think it is completely dead. What can I do to insure that it will survive? Barbara
December 4th, 2008 at 4:27 pm
Barbara,
There isn’t much to do but wait and see. I would try not to add extra stress to the plant. Keep it out of drafts or away from air vents. Try to place it in the same amount of light as before. However, don’t place it directly in front of a window. The intense light could scorch it. As for watering be careful not to over water it. Keep it moist. It won’t require as much water as it did so test the soil before you water it. Above all do not fertilize it. In a few days you might see dead branches. Remove any dead branches to encourage growth. Good luck and keep me posted. It may take weeks before it recovers.