Schefflera ‘Gerda’ - Umbrella tree

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€15,95
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€15,95

The Schefflera ‘Gerda’ sports glossy leaves forming pretty regular umbrellas that bring freshness and lightness. Its harmonious silhouette creates a soft plant presence, ideal for structuring a living room or a modern office. A bright plant that breathes balance and naturalness into an urban interior.

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SHIPPING & PACKAGING

Shipped within 24h by DPD

  • Home delivery in 2 to 5 business days
  • Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable cardboard and biodegradable materials
  • Tracking number sent by email upon shipment
  • Free shipping from 50€
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE

We guarantee your plants arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:

  • Contact us within 48h at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
  • Free replacement or full refund
  • No return needed - we trust you

Guarantee covers: transport damage, very weak plant upon arrival, preparation error.

Not covered: damage after acclimatization or improper care (see our tips below).

CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL

To help your plant settle in for the long term:

  • Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
  • Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
  • Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
  • Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
  • Avoid heat sources and drafts
  • Gently wipe leaves to remove dust

Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.

Schefflera ‘Gerda’ - Verdeia
Schefflera ‘Gerda’ - Verdeia
Schefflera ‘Gerda’ - Arbre ombrelle - Verdeia
Schefflera ‘Gerda’ - Arbre ombrelle - Verdeia

Schefflera ‘Gerda’ – Tropical elegance & luminous foliage

💚 Easy to care for • 🌬️ Air-purifying • 🌞 Soft light • 🏙️ Urban jungle • ✨ Natural design

The Schefflera ‘Gerda’, also called the umbrella tree, is an elegant and generous tropical plant. Its shiny green foliage, divided into palmate leaflets, evokes a soft and soothing light. Each leaf opens like a hand welcoming the rays of the day 🌿.

Its balanced and refined silhouette brings a tropical and design breath to all urban interiors. Easy to maintain, resilient, and purifying, it is perfect for creating a natural and harmonious atmosphere in the heart of the city.

Exposure & location

  • Prefers bright indirect light or partial shade.
  • Avoid direct sunlight which burns delicate leaves.
  • Ideal temperature: 18–25 °C.
  • Perfect for bright rooms: living room, entrance, office.

Verdeia tip: regularly turn the plant for even and balanced growth 🌤️.

Watering & care

  • Moderate watering: let the soil surface dry between waterings.
  • In winter: reduce frequency to once every 2 to 3 weeks.
  • Clean leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shine.
  • Avoid stagnant water and prolonged excess moisture.
  • Lightly fertilize in spring to stimulate growth.

Verdeia advice: soft light and moderate watering ensure dense and luminous foliage 🌿.

Verdeia advice

  • Ideal to structure a corner of a room or soften a modern space.
  • Can be pruned to maintain a compact and balanced shape.
  • Pairs well with plants with broader foliage to create contrast.
  • Tolerates dry atmospheres well but appreciates a light misting in summer.
  • Perfect plant for city dwellers seeking graphic and easy greenery.

Decor ideas & associations

  • Pair it with a Monstera deliciosa for a contrast of tropical shapes.
  • Combine it with a Ficus elastica for a dense and vertical effect.
  • Add a Philodendron scandens for a trailing and soft touch.
  • Beautiful in a planter cover in matte ceramic, rattan, or light wood for a natural look.
  • Tall floor version for a structuring effect, or compact on a side table.

Verdeia tip: the Schefflera ‘Gerda’ brightens contemporary interiors with natural and soothing elegance.

Benefits & symbolism

  • Air-purifying: purifies indoor air and regulates humidity.
  • Soothing: its balanced foliage inspires calm and serenity.
  • Symbolism: prosperity, balance, and positive energy.

A plant both decorative and beneficial, perfect to energize an interior while cultivating urban tranquility 🌱.

Technical characteristics

  • Botanical name: Schefflera arboricola ‘Gerda’
  • Family: Araliaceae
  • Foliage: Shiny green, divided into palmate leaflets
  • Growth: Medium to fast
  • Exposure: Indirect light or partial shade
  • Watering: Moderate, let dry slightly between waterings
  • Care: Easy
  • Air purifier: Yes
  • Toxicity: Slightly toxic to animals

Each Schefflera develops a unique branching: some forms are more compact, others more airy depending on light and pot size.

Our Verdeia commitments

  • Plants grown in EuropeRigorous selection from our European partner growers

  • Eco-friendly packaging. Recycled cardboard and biodegradable materials to protect your plants

  • Free expert advice. Our team supports you before and after your purchase

  • 100% secure payment. Protected transactions and encrypted data

FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant

How are my plants prepared before shipping?

All our plants are carefully selected from our European partner producers.

Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected by breathable and secure packaging.

Each package is designed to ensure that your plant arrives in perfect health and without stress related to transport.

Will the plant look exactly like the photo?

The photos shown are true to the variety and the announced size (pot diameter and approximate height).

Each plant being unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or shade may exist — that is what makes them so charming!

What are the delivery times and conditions?

Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery throughout Europe.

Plants are shipped from Monday to Wednesday to prevent them from being stuck over the weekend.

You receive a tracking link as soon as the package is dispatched.

What to do upon receiving my plant?

Open your package upon receipt, carefully remove the plant from its packaging and let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering it.

If it has slightly suffered from transport, it will quickly regain its shape after one or two days in the light.

Can I put this plant outside?

It depends on the species. Most indoor plants prefer a bright place without direct sunlight, while outdoor plants like more direct light.

Refer to the exposure advice in the product description to know if it is suitable for a balcony, a terrace, or indoors.

What to do if my plant arrives damaged?

If your plant appears to have suffered during transport, contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the problem.

Our team will take the time to assess the situation and find the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.

Your satisfaction and the health of your plant remain our priority 🌿.

Can I return a plant?

Since plants are living beings, we do not accept standard returns.

However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge.

For any other case (order error, cache-pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.