Dracaena marginata is an attractive, stiff-leaved plant with colorful foliage that sometimes goes by the name dragon tree. Most of the time, though, it’s sold simply as “Dracaena marginata” or just “Dracaena.” These plants are perfect for a beginner gardener because they're very easy to grow indoors.
These are tough, drought-tolerant plants with aggressive root systems that make excellent houseplants because they are a little more forgiving than some of the other dracaena.
It helps that they’re attractive and varied. They are sometimes grown as single-stemmed plants; other times grouped or even braided together in the same pot.
Growing Conditions
Dragon trees grow best in medium sunlight but they can survive in partial shade as well. Plants in lower light situations will grow slower. Don't put your dragon tree in full sun though because its leaves will burn. For indoor potting soil use loose, well-drained potting mix. Make sure their pot has room for the extensive root system. They have a lower need for fertilizer, so fertilizer lightly at the beginning of spring or twice a year with controlled-release fertilizer.
It's easy to over water this plant. To ensure that you don't drown your houseplants wait until the topsoil is half dry before watering.. If you 1or 2 time a week spray the moss ball and the leaves, you have a lot of fun from your plant. If you see that the ball is dry every 2 weeks you can put it in water until all the air bubbles come out. Then let the water drain a little and then you can hang it again.
Dracaena Marginata of Dragon trees
Grower's Tips
Dracaena marginata is not a difficult plant to care for indoors. Keep it on the dry and warm side, and give it plenty of light, and the plant should respond well. Like other plants in its genus, Dracaena marginata is sensitive to fluoride, which can cause discoloration. Water them with distilled or non-fluoridated water. Be aware that some districts put fluoride in tap water. You may want to check with your local sanitation department before using a garden hose on your tree. Although they are usually disease resistant, Dracaena marginata are susceptible to scale, mealybugs, and thrips.
Another thing to keep in mind with Dracaena marginata is that beautiful as they are, the plant is also poisonous. While it's not harmful to humans, the leaves are extremely toxic to cats and dogs. If your pets like to nibble on your houseplants, this might not be a good fit for your home.