Dragon Tree: Care Guide for the Sculptural Houseplant
Dracaena marginata
Dragon Tree care: sculptural houseplant with slim trunk and arching leaves. Resilient, loves low water and indirect light, perfect for offices.
Characteristics
The Dragon Tree (Dracaena marginata) is a sculptural houseplant with a slim, twisting trunk and narrow spiky leaves. It is tough and tolerant, ideal for offices and bright entrances, in indirect light. The leaves are dark green with red or pink margins.
Practical tips
Water needs: bassa — always check soil moisture before watering.
Prefers mezz'ombra: provide the right light and rotate the plant for even growth.
Recommended soil: drenante leggero. Refresh the substrate every 1-2 years.
Dust the leaves with a damp cloth to support photosynthesis.
Feed during the growing season (spring-summer) and stop in winter.
