Dwarf Umbrella Plant (Schefflera arboricola) Adjustment Period

Kelly's new dwarf umbrella plant (2 weeks): 10" pot, SE window filtered light, watered once at arrival, then not (fear of overwatering). Mists weekly. Stems green, some new growth, leaves mostly green with yellow variegation. Daily drop of 4–5 leaves (green/yellow/brown). Soil moist. No bugs.

Assessment: Normal Adjustment

• Not doing anything wrong.
• Plants often drop lower leaves with environmental change.
• Variegation likely normal (not dried).
• Let dry between waterings.
• Monitor for continued new growth.

Good luck – it's settling in.