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Dracaena marginata-Braid-Air-purifying houseplant 6" Pot

Dracaena marginata-Braid-Air-purifying houseplant 6" Pot

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Dracaena marginata, Braid

Description

The Dracaena marginata, commonly known as the Dragon Tree, is a striking houseplant with slender, arching leaves that are edged with red. Its braided trunk adds an artistic touch, making it a popular choice for modern interiors. This plant is known for its air-purifying qualities and is relatively easy to care for, making it ideal for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for indoor decoration, office spaces, and as a focal point in living rooms. It can also be used in container gardens and patios in warmer climates.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Dracaena marginata, Braid
  • Common Name Common Name: Dragon Tree
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows up to 6-10 feet indoors
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 10-12
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Rarely blooms indoors
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: Yes
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other Dracaena species, Pothos

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Use a well-draining potting mix
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Well-draining, loamy soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Trim dead leaves and stems to encourage growth
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Reduce watering in winter
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn
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