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Gold Capella Schefflera (Schefflera arboricola 'Gold Capella') growing in South Florida
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Gold Capella Schefflera — South Florida Plant Guide

Schefflera arboricola 'Gold Capella'

Family: Araliaceae · Shrub

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Usos no Paisagismo

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Tags de Estilo

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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

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Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Gold Capella Schefflera is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water. 2x per week dry season. Consistent moisture preferred for best variegation. Avoid both overwatering and severe drought.

Solo e Fertilização

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Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release. Iron supplement if chlorotic in limestone soils.

Schedule: February, May, September balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
410 ft
Largura Madura
36 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
2/10

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Gold Capella Schefflera grow in South Florida?

Gold Capella Schefflera has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Gold Capella Schefflera safe for pets?

Gold Capella Schefflera is not safe for pets. Saponin toxicity — same as species. Mildly toxic to pets. Disclose.

How much water does Gold Capella Schefflera need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Gold Capella Schefflera is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Gold Capella Schefflera tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Gold Capella Schefflera has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Gold Capella Schefflera available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Gold Capella Schefflera is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Common availability in Broward.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate availability.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate Collier availability.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited Keys availability.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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