BOTANICAL NAME: Dracaena fragrans 'Jade Jewel'
ORIGIN: Africa, Southern Asia, and Australia
GOOD FOR: Beginner plant parents
HEIGHT: 4’ tall
LIGHT: Medium, indirect light. Will tolerate lower light conditions. Too little light will cause slow growth, less variegation and smaller leaves. Too much direct sun may burn leaves.
WINDOW PREFERENCE: East or west windows work best.
WATER: Wait until the top two inches of soil is dry and then water around the base of the plant until you see water draining from the bottom of the pot. At this point you can stop. In lower light conditions, or in the winter months, you can wait for the soil to dry out completely before watering again.
HUMIDITY: No special needs
TEMPERATURE: Prefers to be above 65 degrees. Keep away from drafts and heat vents.
SOIL / REPOTTING: Needs a loose, well-draining, aerated soil. Prefers to be root bound. Repot every two years into a pot that is one size larger.
PLANT FOOD: Feed 1 – 2 times per year in the spring/ summer growing season. We recommend using Joyful Dirt Houseplant Plant Food. Stop feeding in fall and winter due to slower growth and dormancy.
PRUNING: Prune away any yellow or dead leaves. Trim brown or yellow leaf tips with wet scissors.
PESTS: Keeping leaves clean and dust free will help prevent pest infestations. Spider mites and mealybugs are possible infestations to look out for.
TOXICITY: Can be slightly toxic to dogs and cats if ingested.
ANGRY PLANT PROBLEMS: Dark brown tips - You may be overfeeding, or your soil has accumulated excess salt, which will need to be flushed out. Ensure you’re allowing your plant to adequately drain when watering. Muddy brown leaf tips on new growth - Your plant is being overwatered. Yellow leaf spots – Your plant is thirsty. Not enough water.
