Description
Dracanea is the most liked plant for interior decoration due to its colorful bright and attractive foliage.
What makes it special:
Indoor air purifier
Low-maintainence plant
Used in landscaping.
Dracaena Marginata is a popular indoor plant that is often used to adorn homes and offices. These are some of the best house plants and make great additions to any home while requiring minimal care. Bright indirect light is best and they will take some morning sun. Most Dracaena will tolerate lower light levels for some time with reduced watering frequency.Plant Specifications
Plant Height
13 inch (33 cm)
Plant Spread
7 inch (18 cm)
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name
Dracaena Mahatma Varigated – Plant
Maximum Reachable Height
6 to 10 feet
Difficulty Level
Easy.
Planting and care
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Sunlight:
This plant should be grown in bright indirect sunlight, but is known to tolerate lower light levels.
SoilIt require well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
WateringWater only when the soil feels dry to touch.Soil must never be allowed to dry out completely.This plant is sensitive to fluoride, which can cause discolouration. Water with distilled or non-fluoridated water.
Application of Fertilizer
Apply organic fertilizers during spring and rainy season.Loosen the soil without damaging the roots. It will help the plant to uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
RepottingWhen a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in required light condition.For re-potting procedure click here
Plant ProtectionWipe the dust from the leaves with a clean, damp cloth.Remove dead, decay and infected part of the plant.For insect attack apply neem oil or any organic insecticide.Dracaena Mahatma Varigated careInitial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:Allow your plants to settle to your location first after receiving it.Do not overwater them suddenly. Check the moisture in the soil. If it is too dry then apply water gently. Keep the plant in indirect bright light.Do not re-pot immediately after receiving it.
Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
Sunlight
Bright light.
Watering
Allow the plants to dry between watering, but not completely.
Soil
Loose, well-drained potting mix.
Temperature
They thrive between 18 to 25 degrees celsius. They will suffer if it gets too cold and cannot tolerate freezing.
Fertilizer
Apply organic fertilizer
Dracaena Mahatma Varigated uses
Ornamental Use:
Used as indoor plant in home and offices
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