Arboricola (Dwarf Schefflera) Light Needs: High Light Indoors = South Window, Outdoors = Full Sun to Light Shade

Arboricola is the dwarf schefflera.

Indoors: South-facing window, coverings open dawn to dusk.
Outdoors: Full sun to light shade — porch is fine.
Pot: No more than 4 inches larger than current.
Water: Avoid overwatering (black leaves) and underwatering (shriveled tips).

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