Plant Quick Guide

Origin:

Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique

Height:

3-4 ft.

Light:

Bright, indirect light

Water:

On average, Dracaena Colorama needs to be watered once a week from spring until mid-autumn. During the colder months, you can reduce the watering frequency to once every 10-14 days.

Soil:

we recommend potting it in a potting mix that is well-draining, aerated, and rich in nutrients. Combining equal parts garden loam and peat moss should do the trick. Dracaena Colorama does not like having wet feet, which can result in the plant developing root rot. If you notice that the soil is stayinwe recommend potting it in a potting mix that is well-draining, aerated, and rich in nutrients. Combining equal parts garden loam and peat moss should do the trick. Dracaena Colorama does not like having wet feet, which can result in the plant developing root rot. If you notice that the soil is staying wet for too long, you can also add a bit of perlite or coarse sand to the mix.g wet for too long, you can also add a bit of perlite or coarse sand to the mix.

Fertilization:

Use fertilizer rich in nitrogen, with a nutrient ratio of 3-1-2. Dilute the fertilizer to one-half o one-third the strength and ensure that the soil is not dry before applying it.

Humidity:

40% - 50%

Temperature :

65-80ºF

Does it Bloom?

Yes, but rarely

Propagation:

By cutting below the bunching leaves, towards the top of the plant. Make sure you get at least one node. Place the end in water and wait for roots, then plant.

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Dracaena Marginata 'Colorama'

Dracaena marginata
Common Name: Madagascar Dragon Tree, Rainbow Tree

 
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Description

Dracaena 'Colorama' is an increasingly popular houseplant among beginners and experts alike. Because of its vibrant leaves, this houseplant is a superb way to brighten up your home while being rather low-maintenance. Dracaenas grow well at average room temperatures but don't like cold drafts. Give plants medium to bright direct sunlight to maintain the best leaf color. Allow the soil to dry to the touch between watering.  This plant is a cultivar of Dracaena marginata, also known as the Madagascar Dragon Tree.  It is an evergreen perennial native to Madagascar, Mauritius, and Mozambique, commonly grown for its richly colored foliage. According to the NASA Clean Air Study, Dracaena marginata 'Colorama' can remove volatile pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde, and xylene from the air. 

Please note: Toxic to humans, cats and dogs if ingested

Shipping

Orders will ship from either our CA or FL location. 

Most orders ship USPS with the packing methods pictured below. Larger orders may ship FedEx. *Please note that we have additional packing procedure for tall, big, and multiple plants. Tall/ big plants are stabilized with a wooden stick and shipped using special inserts that lock in houseplants.  

Care Guide

This plant is used to receiving dappled sunlight in its native habitat. The ideal location for growing your plant indoors is in a room with eastern or western exposure, preferably 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) away from the window. By providing it with the right amount of sunlight, you will also ensure that the foliage maintains its vibrant coloring. Dracaena Colorama can be grown at the average room temperature. If you want to plant it outdoors, you can do so in USDA zones 9 to 11. It is not frost-hardy and can lose all its leaves if you keep it outside in the cold for extended periods. On average, you will need to be water once a week from spring until mid-autumn. We recommend allowing the soil to slightly dry out in between watering to a depth of around 2 inches (5 cm). The Dracaena Colorama is very sensitive to fluoride in tap water, which can cause yellowing and crispy leaf tips. Once the foliage is damaged by fluoride, it will not recover. Keeping the water in an open container overnight will get rid of chlorine, but not fluoride. As a result, we recommend either distilled water or rainwater for this plant.

30-Day Guarantee

We will replace any houseplant that fails to thrive within 30 days of placing your order. Replacement plant shipping cost is at the customer’s expense. Proof of failure may be requested in the form of a picture sent to our customer service team. Houseplants are not included in the 1 year tree guarantee.

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Anonymous

Great color