Dracaena

Dracaena is a beautiful and low-maintenance plant, ideal for the home and office. To ensure it enjoys its decorative beauty, proper care is essential. Lighting Dracaena prefers bright, indirect light but can also grow in partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves. Varieties with brightly striped leaves require more light. Temperature The optimal temperature for dracaena is 20–25°C. It does not tolerate cold (below 15°C) and drafts, so keep the plant away from open windows in winter. Watering Water dracaenas when the top layer of soil dries out. In summer, water more frequently (1–2 times a week), and in winter, water moderately (every 10–14 days). It is important to avoid standing water, so use a pot with drainage holes. Air Humidity Dracaenas prefer moderate humidity. Regularly mist the leaves with soft water, especially during the heating season, to prevent them from drying out. Fertilizing In spring and summer, feed the plant every two weeks with a complete fertilizer for ornamental foliage plants. No fertilizer is required in fall and winter. Repotting and Soil Young plants should be repotted every one to two years, while mature plants should be repotted every three to four years. Loose, nutritious soil with good drainage is ideal. Pruning Pruning the tops of the plants to shape the crown or rejuvenate the plant. Cuttings can be rooted. Problems and Solutions • Drying leaf tips: Insufficient moisture or dry air. • Yellowing leaves: Overwatering or poor drainage. • Pests: If scale insects or spider mites appear, treat the plant with an insecticide. By following these simple rules, you will keep your dracaena healthy and beautiful for years to come!