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Dracaena
Genus – the data refers to the whole genus Dracaena, not to a single species.
- Taxonomy
- Family: Asparagaceae · Genus: Dracaena
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How it thrives
Waterlow
Lightbright indirect
Humiditymedium
Min. temperature13 °CJanuary
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry – less often in winter, with room-temperature water.
No feeding now.
Warm room (above 13 °C), at the brightest window, away from radiators and draughts.
Spider mites love dry heated air – check the undersides of the leaves.
February
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry – less often in winter, with room-temperature water.
No feeding now.
Warm room (above 13 °C), at the brightest window, away from radiators and draughts.
Spider mites love dry heated air – check the undersides of the leaves.
March
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry.
First weak dose at the end of the month if it is actively growing.
Bright spot, east or west window.
If roots fill the pot: fresh soil, a pot 1–2 cm larger. Water sparingly for a week afterwards.
April
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Bright spot, east or west window.
If roots fill the pot: fresh soil, a pot 1–2 cm larger. Water sparingly for a week afterwards.
May
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Bright spot, east or west window.
June
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry – more often in heatwaves, preferably in the evening.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Bright window indoors, midday sun filtered by a curtain; away from draughts and air-con.
July
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry – more often in heatwaves, preferably in the evening.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Bright window indoors, midday sun filtered by a curtain; away from draughts and air-con.
August
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry – more often in heatwaves, preferably in the evening.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Bright window indoors, midday sun filtered by a curtain; away from draughts and air-con.
September
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry.
Liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Bright spot, east or west window.
October
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry.
No feeding now.
Bright spot, east or west window.
Keep it away from radiators; watch for spider mites in the dry air.
November · now
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry.
No feeding now.
Bright spot, east or west window.
December
Deeply, but only once the soil is completely dry – less often in winter, with room-temperature water.
No feeding now.
Warm room (above 13 °C), at the brightest window, away from radiators and draughts.
Spider mites love dry heated air – check the undersides of the leaves.
Sensitive to fluoride – use rested or filtered water against brown tips.
In cats vomiting, drooling, dilated pupils.
Dracaena – what to know
Dracaena: a plant genus (Asparagaceae). Care guidelines: light: bright indirect; water: low; min. 13 °C. For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Dracaena?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Dracaena need?
It likes bright but indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window.
How cold can Dracaena get?
Keep it above 13 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Dracaena toxic to cats and dogs?
For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Questions about this species
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