Rob Proctor tackles a big to-do list by planting dormant dahlias, cannas and annuals in pots to prepare for a blooming season ...

also known as dwarf umbrella tree or umbrella plant. “Schefflera is prized for its clusters of glossy, oval-shaped leaves arranged in a circular pattern, resembling an umbrella,” says Paris ...

Monstera plants also benefit from monthly fertilizer ... The Schefflera earned its nickname as the umbrella tree for its shiny, oval green leaves that naturally droop to make a canopy.

The royal poinciana (Delonix regia) lives up to its name, which means regal, royal or magnificent — all perfect descriptive ...