I water the plant about once a week.
Brown tips on the leaves of my dracaena marginata...does anyone know what the problem might be?
The temperature requirements for Dracaena marginata is a comfortable 75 degrees and the water requirements are low. Dracaenas are one of the plants used in the NASA Clean Air Study and has shown to help remove Formaldehyde.
Dracaenas have wide leaves that do accumulate dust. Wipe leaves regularly with a damp cloth to remove dust. Although most Dracaenas have few problems with pest, occasionally mealy bug and scale can attack the plant.
Maybe you should sprinkle it with a very small amount of water every day. Also, use a fertilizer at least every 3 months, or add some extra soil, which will bring it nutrients, minerals, etc...
Reply:How much do you fertilize?
That might be leaf tip burn from too much fertilizer
Reply:yes i do .
brown or " burnt tips " is caused by the roots becoming too dry . the size of the pot means nothing.the best way to know for sure is to get one of those meters for plant watering. the roots should never be allowed to become dry.the second best way to know how dry the soil is is to pop the plant out of the pot and look at the roots.
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Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Yellow leaves appearing on my dragon tree (dracaena marginata) Is this normal?
It is positioned in my living room is this room to warm for it?
Yellow leaves appearing on my dragon tree (dracaena marginata) Is this normal?
if they are the lower leaves, it may be a sign of not enough water. I like when they loose the lower leaves. They look like "palm trees".
Reply:I was told yellow leaves are a sign of the wrong balance of light or water. Put your plant on a dish with water in it that will allow the roots to soak up as much water as it needs on a regular basis. Make sure it has access to sunlight (but not direct as I remember for this plant)
Reply:Tips for Growing Healthy Dracaenas
What are the light requirements for dracaenas?
They are tolerant of low light but will do their best with bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun in the afternoon. Plants grown in low light grow very slowly.
How much water do they need?
Dracaenas do well with a weekly soaking. Do not allow them to stand with water in the saucer for more than an hour or two. They may need a little more water in the warmer months. Avoid allowing dracaenas to dry out completely.
Do they have any special temperature requirements?
They tolerate a wide range of temperatures and do well in almost any indoor environment. If it is especially warm, be sure to provide extra water.
Do dracaenas need much humidity?
Dracaenas are very adaptable. While most of them would like moderate humidity, they can all tolerate dry or very humid air. Ideally, they would like to be misted every few days.
How much fertilizer do they require?
During the spring and summer, feed them once or twice a month with a water soluble fertilizer. They don't require any fertilizer in late fall or winter.
What type of soil do they prefer?
Any quality well-drained potting soil such as Exceloam.
When should I repot my dracaena?
If your plant outgrows the container, repot it in spring, but keep in mind it likes to be a bit potbound.
Will they need any grooming?
Dracaenas tend to collect dust on their leaves and will profit from an occasional shower or dusting. You can wipe dust off with a damp cloth. Use plant shine sparingly. They will occasionally develop some brown tips that can be simply trimmed off with a scissors.
Reply:It's just the way they grow (if it's just the lower ones yellowing and dropping). Like any plant, they constantly put forth new foliage at their growing points and drop the older stuff. You can cut them back if you wish limit their height. They will just pick up from where you cut them off, often times with two or three new branches instead of one.
Dracaenas like things a little on the dry side. Don't overwater them, feed them about once a month, and if you live somewhere other than the desert, throw them outside during the summer in a light shade spot, they'll flourish. I put several of my plant outside under the trees for the summer and they go nuts.
Yellow leaves appearing on my dragon tree (dracaena marginata) Is this normal?
if they are the lower leaves, it may be a sign of not enough water. I like when they loose the lower leaves. They look like "palm trees".
Reply:I was told yellow leaves are a sign of the wrong balance of light or water. Put your plant on a dish with water in it that will allow the roots to soak up as much water as it needs on a regular basis. Make sure it has access to sunlight (but not direct as I remember for this plant)
Reply:Tips for Growing Healthy Dracaenas
What are the light requirements for dracaenas?
They are tolerant of low light but will do their best with bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun in the afternoon. Plants grown in low light grow very slowly.
How much water do they need?
Dracaenas do well with a weekly soaking. Do not allow them to stand with water in the saucer for more than an hour or two. They may need a little more water in the warmer months. Avoid allowing dracaenas to dry out completely.
Do they have any special temperature requirements?
They tolerate a wide range of temperatures and do well in almost any indoor environment. If it is especially warm, be sure to provide extra water.
Do dracaenas need much humidity?
Dracaenas are very adaptable. While most of them would like moderate humidity, they can all tolerate dry or very humid air. Ideally, they would like to be misted every few days.
How much fertilizer do they require?
During the spring and summer, feed them once or twice a month with a water soluble fertilizer. They don't require any fertilizer in late fall or winter.
What type of soil do they prefer?
Any quality well-drained potting soil such as Exceloam.
When should I repot my dracaena?
If your plant outgrows the container, repot it in spring, but keep in mind it likes to be a bit potbound.
Will they need any grooming?
Dracaenas tend to collect dust on their leaves and will profit from an occasional shower or dusting. You can wipe dust off with a damp cloth. Use plant shine sparingly. They will occasionally develop some brown tips that can be simply trimmed off with a scissors.
Reply:It's just the way they grow (if it's just the lower ones yellowing and dropping). Like any plant, they constantly put forth new foliage at their growing points and drop the older stuff. You can cut them back if you wish limit their height. They will just pick up from where you cut them off, often times with two or three new branches instead of one.
Dracaenas like things a little on the dry side. Don't overwater them, feed them about once a month, and if you live somewhere other than the desert, throw them outside during the summer in a light shade spot, they'll flourish. I put several of my plant outside under the trees for the summer and they go nuts.
I put a sprig of Striped Dracaena in some wter and it started to root. When can transplant it into a soil pot?
The roots are at least two inches long and there are tons of them. I have already changed the water twice and each time it seems as thought the roots really take off. I am ready to put it into a pot but i am not sure how to go about it without killing the plant.
I put a sprig of Striped Dracaena in some wter and it started to root. When can transplant it into a soil pot?
most plants that root in plain water do just fine once you put them in a pot.
if the roots are established as you say, go ahead and do it, no special technique required, just water really well once you're done, and keep it well watered for the first week or so.
Reply:Sure, but if You're worried it might topple, use a stick to prop it up until the roots set.
I put a sprig of Striped Dracaena in some wter and it started to root. When can transplant it into a soil pot?
most plants that root in plain water do just fine once you put them in a pot.
if the roots are established as you say, go ahead and do it, no special technique required, just water really well once you're done, and keep it well watered for the first week or so.
Reply:Sure, but if You're worried it might topple, use a stick to prop it up until the roots set.
How to care for a 6" premium dracaena?
i did a web search on how to care for a dracaena. it seems as if there's many dracaena plants. i bought my plant at home depot yesterday. it's 6" with dark brown leaves and a cream outer on the leaves. do i keep it inside or can i put it on our porch? when do i water it? ive always had plants that i only have to water about once a month.
How to care for a 6" premium dracaena?
Dracaena like medium, indirect light. You can put it on the porch in deepest shade. A little morning light won't kill it, but no more than 2 hours of dappled light.
Be careful, as summer temperatures are getting a lot hotter--if you got the plant from an air conditioed store it may not like the sudden change in temperature.
You might also need to feed and water it more often, as it will grow faster.
How to care for a 6" premium dracaena?
Dracaena like medium, indirect light. You can put it on the porch in deepest shade. A little morning light won't kill it, but no more than 2 hours of dappled light.
Be careful, as summer temperatures are getting a lot hotter--if you got the plant from an air conditioed store it may not like the sudden change in temperature.
You might also need to feed and water it more often, as it will grow faster.
Why are the leaves falling off of my dracaena?
They grow (or are sold in) stalks of 3. Earlier this year one of the stalks became very soft and all the leaves fell off. Its happening to another stalk. What can I do to save it?
Why are the leaves falling off of my dracaena?
From what you've described (stalks becoming soft, leaves dropping) is caused from one of several soil-borne diseases; pythium, phytophthora, rhizoctonia or fusarium. These diseases attack the vascular system (usually at soil level) and prevent water from moving up into the foilage. You may see blackened/watersoaked roots or dark areas in the stems when you cut across. The disease is usually spread by water but can be transmitted in other ways.
Once the plant is attacked, there's very little you can do to save it. However, you can prevent further loss by doing the following;
1) Thoroughly wash and sterilize your pots using boiling water.
2) Use a sterile potting mix
3) Place your pots on top of saucers that contains some gravel so they won't sit directly in water.....this will prevent further further infections of any diseases that may still be around
4) AND most importantly..... try to find a naturally-occuring beneficial fungus called "Trichoderma" and mix this into your potting mix. It is found in several forms called either "Rootshield" or "Plantshield". This beneficial fungus attacks and controls each of the diseases I mentioned earlier. It's extremely safe to humans and other plants. Just read the label and apply accordingly. Since it is a fungus, try not to use any fungicides otherwise you'll kill it.
It's great stuff and once you apply this...it should last forever. Also....Rootshield can also be used to protect vegetables and lawns from those diseases mentioned. I treated my lawn with it many years ago and haven't had any diseases show up since.
Hope you find this information useful. GOOD LUCK!
(Certified professional crop consultant with a degree in plant science)
Below is more info about Trichoderma;
http://www.ipmofalaska.com/files/trichod...
Reply:That's almost ALWAYS a problem with over-watering. Allow the soil to dry out a bit between waterings, and make sure the pot that it's in has adequate drainage. Dracenas do not like to have "wet feet" for any length of time, so if there's a saucer under the plant, be sure to empty it about an hour after you water the plant.
Reply:It's rotting. The only chance you have to save it is to cut off the stalk to where the wood is healthy. Keep it dry, and don't water. New stalks should start to come off the base of the plant in the next growing season. Don't give up hope, it will take a while but if the stump continues to stay firm, then the new growth will come.
Reply:too much water! let it dry out for a month or so then water only if dry 2inches down 1 qt or less per mo. good luck
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Why are the leaves falling off of my dracaena?
From what you've described (stalks becoming soft, leaves dropping) is caused from one of several soil-borne diseases; pythium, phytophthora, rhizoctonia or fusarium. These diseases attack the vascular system (usually at soil level) and prevent water from moving up into the foilage. You may see blackened/watersoaked roots or dark areas in the stems when you cut across. The disease is usually spread by water but can be transmitted in other ways.
Once the plant is attacked, there's very little you can do to save it. However, you can prevent further loss by doing the following;
1) Thoroughly wash and sterilize your pots using boiling water.
2) Use a sterile potting mix
3) Place your pots on top of saucers that contains some gravel so they won't sit directly in water.....this will prevent further further infections of any diseases that may still be around
4) AND most importantly..... try to find a naturally-occuring beneficial fungus called "Trichoderma" and mix this into your potting mix. It is found in several forms called either "Rootshield" or "Plantshield". This beneficial fungus attacks and controls each of the diseases I mentioned earlier. It's extremely safe to humans and other plants. Just read the label and apply accordingly. Since it is a fungus, try not to use any fungicides otherwise you'll kill it.
It's great stuff and once you apply this...it should last forever. Also....Rootshield can also be used to protect vegetables and lawns from those diseases mentioned. I treated my lawn with it many years ago and haven't had any diseases show up since.
Hope you find this information useful. GOOD LUCK!
(Certified professional crop consultant with a degree in plant science)
Below is more info about Trichoderma;
http://www.ipmofalaska.com/files/trichod...
Reply:That's almost ALWAYS a problem with over-watering. Allow the soil to dry out a bit between waterings, and make sure the pot that it's in has adequate drainage. Dracenas do not like to have "wet feet" for any length of time, so if there's a saucer under the plant, be sure to empty it about an hour after you water the plant.
Reply:It's rotting. The only chance you have to save it is to cut off the stalk to where the wood is healthy. Keep it dry, and don't water. New stalks should start to come off the base of the plant in the next growing season. Don't give up hope, it will take a while but if the stump continues to stay firm, then the new growth will come.
Reply:too much water! let it dry out for a month or so then water only if dry 2inches down 1 qt or less per mo. good luck
my rodents
How can I root my cuttings from a sick Dracaena Massangeana (Corn Plant) house plant?
I have a Dracaena Massangeana that is having a lot of problems. It had one good “stalk” coming out but almost all the leaves have died except the tiny little new leaf in the middle, but that hasn’t shown growth in months. The “stalk” itself is becoming dry and brittle, but still some greenness at the top. The trunk itself is soft to the touch, which I know is a bad sign. I had gotten excited months ago when from below the soil (near the roots) another “stalk” came out. This is still healthy, with some leaves, but has not grown at all.
It is around 20 feet away from two large North windows in a very bright apartment. I had watered it regularly until it became sick, but I’m scared to over water it now.
Can I save this plant? How? Should I just make cuttings of the two stalks instead? Please be very detailed. Thanks!
How can I root my cuttings from a sick Dracaena Massangeana (Corn Plant) house plant?
Sounds like your main trunk is dead and rotting. Cut your good stalk off. Dip it in some rooting hormone powder and just stick it in another pot with new dirt. Keep it moist (not wet) and it should root in a few week and start growing.
You should rip the whole plant apart and cut off the healthy piece that sprang up. Repot this with your other cutting.
It is around 20 feet away from two large North windows in a very bright apartment. I had watered it regularly until it became sick, but I’m scared to over water it now.
Can I save this plant? How? Should I just make cuttings of the two stalks instead? Please be very detailed. Thanks!
How can I root my cuttings from a sick Dracaena Massangeana (Corn Plant) house plant?
Sounds like your main trunk is dead and rotting. Cut your good stalk off. Dip it in some rooting hormone powder and just stick it in another pot with new dirt. Keep it moist (not wet) and it should root in a few week and start growing.
You should rip the whole plant apart and cut off the healthy piece that sprang up. Repot this with your other cutting.
Can you remove the brown tips on a Dracaena) plant?
I want to know if you can remove the leaves that have truned brown on a Dracaena plant
thanks
Can you remove the brown tips on a Dracaena) plant?
You can snip the tips, but to prevent tip browning on any member of the lily family use water which has no fluoride in it. You can leave tap water out for a couple of days and the fluoride will dissipate with no further treatment.
Reply:yes, you can. If just the tips are brown,use scissors to cut off just the brown spots.
thanks
Can you remove the brown tips on a Dracaena) plant?
You can snip the tips, but to prevent tip browning on any member of the lily family use water which has no fluoride in it. You can leave tap water out for a couple of days and the fluoride will dissipate with no further treatment.
Reply:yes, you can. If just the tips are brown,use scissors to cut off just the brown spots.
Tips for taking care of a dracaena?
My lovely plant, Dracaena Marginata, is starting to wither/fade. I only had it for two months. What's wrong?? My window is to the North, but that's not a problem, because it doesn't like much light, at least that's what I was told. And I water it every three days. What else should I do? If you know a site where I can get tips for free, that would be great.
Tips for taking care of a dracaena?
http://www.bachmans.com/retail/tipsheets...
Try this -- i have the cornplant its in the same family.
i like this page and i think it does have free info on care for the one you have. Good luck.
Reply:Too much water! I had one growing inside for 15 years. Like good drainage and water only when the soil is dryish. My husband repotted mine and we watered it well and it was dead in a month. They seem to thrive on neglect.
Tips for taking care of a dracaena?
http://www.bachmans.com/retail/tipsheets...
Try this -- i have the cornplant its in the same family.
i like this page and i think it does have free info on care for the one you have. Good luck.
Reply:Too much water! I had one growing inside for 15 years. Like good drainage and water only when the soil is dryish. My husband repotted mine and we watered it well and it was dead in a month. They seem to thrive on neglect.
How do i get my Dracaena to sprout multi heads?
I bought a multiheaded dracaena and my friend who also has one said you only have to nick the trunk and another head sprouts. I have tried this many times (even asked my friend to do it and none of the cuts she made sprouted either) with no luck.
I got drastic and cut all the heads off hoping to make them sprout giving me lots of heads but they all did sprout but then died off.
now i have a very sick looking plant with only ONE head growing right at the bottom (very sad considering it had about 4 heads on it now I have managed to nearly kill it!!!
Can anybody help me save my plant and also tell me how to make the heads sprout%26gt;
Cheers
How do i get my Dracaena to sprout multi heads?
Feed it with nitrogen %26amp; BE PATIENT! A well fed-not overfed-dracaena will grow multiple stalks on its own with the proper amount of light as well. Look at boxes or bottles of plant fertilizers, the 1st # is the nitrogen level-your poor plant may be in shock, feed it with vitamin B plantfood %26amp; treat it gently, like a baby, so it can recover. More light=more heads, as long as it has the energy or food/strength to grow more heads. I had a dracaens last more than 10 years, so they can last quite awhile.
Reply:There is a web site that discusses caring for your dracaena at http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC1... First you're going to have to nurse the plant back to health by giving it the required care. Making too many cuts in the stems may have resulted in damaging the system that the plant uses to transport water and nutrients through the plant, in which case it may not survive.
According to the web site above, the dragon tree variety will sprout new heads if you cut back the stems. If all of these heads have died off, then it is likely that the plant is too damaged to support new growth.
What is more often recommended for dracaena is a technique called "air layering". See http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publica... for instructions. You need a healthy plant for this to work, though.
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I got drastic and cut all the heads off hoping to make them sprout giving me lots of heads but they all did sprout but then died off.
now i have a very sick looking plant with only ONE head growing right at the bottom (very sad considering it had about 4 heads on it now I have managed to nearly kill it!!!
Can anybody help me save my plant and also tell me how to make the heads sprout%26gt;
Cheers
How do i get my Dracaena to sprout multi heads?
Feed it with nitrogen %26amp; BE PATIENT! A well fed-not overfed-dracaena will grow multiple stalks on its own with the proper amount of light as well. Look at boxes or bottles of plant fertilizers, the 1st # is the nitrogen level-your poor plant may be in shock, feed it with vitamin B plantfood %26amp; treat it gently, like a baby, so it can recover. More light=more heads, as long as it has the energy or food/strength to grow more heads. I had a dracaens last more than 10 years, so they can last quite awhile.
Reply:There is a web site that discusses caring for your dracaena at http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC1... First you're going to have to nurse the plant back to health by giving it the required care. Making too many cuts in the stems may have resulted in damaging the system that the plant uses to transport water and nutrients through the plant, in which case it may not survive.
According to the web site above, the dragon tree variety will sprout new heads if you cut back the stems. If all of these heads have died off, then it is likely that the plant is too damaged to support new growth.
What is more often recommended for dracaena is a technique called "air layering". See http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publica... for instructions. You need a healthy plant for this to work, though.
poison ivy
What is the best way to care for Bamboo (Dracaena)?
Dracaena is the species name. The more common name is Lucky Bamboo. I go it as a gift and, as an avid plant lover, would like to figure out how to care for it---so it will last a long, long time?
I know that there are different types of bamboo, so I was wondering if anyone has had sucess growing this particular species.
What is the best way to care for Bamboo (Dracaena)?
With bamboo, it always need water in it. I few inches of water in it and all times. And I would clean it out about once a week. Only becuase the water gets stale and nasty smelling after awhile. It is usually a low light plant or usually that is what people will tell you but if it has some sun you will notice growth spurts on the shoots. Bamboo is a fun plant and easy to take care of.
I know that there are different types of bamboo, so I was wondering if anyone has had sucess growing this particular species.
What is the best way to care for Bamboo (Dracaena)?
With bamboo, it always need water in it. I few inches of water in it and all times. And I would clean it out about once a week. Only becuase the water gets stale and nasty smelling after awhile. It is usually a low light plant or usually that is what people will tell you but if it has some sun you will notice growth spurts on the shoots. Bamboo is a fun plant and easy to take care of.
Have 2 dracaena fragrans (corn plant), how does one prune these type of plants?
Have two dracaena fragrans (corn plant) for many years, one is 8 ft tall other 10 ft tall, how does one go about pruning this type of indoor plant? I would like to propagate the plant as well so steps on how to do that would be appreciated as well.
Have 2 dracaena fragrans (corn plant), how does one prune these type of plants?
I always cut mine back to the desired height and on the bias just above the bud.
place the stick in jar of water in well lighted room, no direct sun, and wait to root. replace in dirt/soil and wait for blossoming.
Have 2 dracaena fragrans (corn plant), how does one prune these type of plants?
I always cut mine back to the desired height and on the bias just above the bud.
place the stick in jar of water in well lighted room, no direct sun, and wait to root. replace in dirt/soil and wait for blossoming.
How do you replant a Dracaena Tree?
A few months ago I bought my mother a Heart Shaped Dracaena Tree for Valentine's Day and the cat have turned it over so many times that the tree needs to be replanted. This is the issue we are having she doesn't know if she can take it and put in a glass to make the roots sprout more or if she should just directly repot in another pot? Please help?
How do you replant a Dracaena Tree?
Either technique is fine for draceana. She could remove the plant from teh potting soil, wash the roots clean of any remaining soil and insert them into a glass of water. Change the water when it looks brown or smells bad. The plant will go through a period of shock during which leaves may fall and some roots may die. This is normal. The dying roots may stink like rot and turn slimy in the water. This, too, is normal. All she has to do is remove the plant from the glass, rinse the roots off really well to remove the slime, and put it back into completely fresh water.
If it's top heavy she may be better off just repotting it, though. In my experience, draceana have fairly shallow root systems and like lots of moisture. So a plastic or glazed ceramic pot with a tray of gravel to hold runoff for humidity is a great way to go.
Bear in mind that draceana is a cat magnet plant. The kitties will try to dig in the soil and eat the leaves no matter where it's put, so put it as out of the way as possible. The leaves aren't toxic, so don't worry about that aspect. You just end up with a sorta odd looking plant.
How do you replant a Dracaena Tree?
Either technique is fine for draceana. She could remove the plant from teh potting soil, wash the roots clean of any remaining soil and insert them into a glass of water. Change the water when it looks brown or smells bad. The plant will go through a period of shock during which leaves may fall and some roots may die. This is normal. The dying roots may stink like rot and turn slimy in the water. This, too, is normal. All she has to do is remove the plant from the glass, rinse the roots off really well to remove the slime, and put it back into completely fresh water.
If it's top heavy she may be better off just repotting it, though. In my experience, draceana have fairly shallow root systems and like lots of moisture. So a plastic or glazed ceramic pot with a tray of gravel to hold runoff for humidity is a great way to go.
Bear in mind that draceana is a cat magnet plant. The kitties will try to dig in the soil and eat the leaves no matter where it's put, so put it as out of the way as possible. The leaves aren't toxic, so don't worry about that aspect. You just end up with a sorta odd looking plant.
How to prune a Dracaena Warneckii?
I have a Dracaena Warneckii that I recently commandeered from my parents. It has very long stems, but there are only two of them, and I would like to encourage it to become more bushy.
The way I'm familiar with pruning is to pinch off the new growth, but is this the correct procedure with this specific plant? I've read conflicting information on the web, and would be really interested in what people have to say... especially if someone knows the answer from experience!
How to prune a Dracaena Warneckii?
I just cut off the stem where I'd like to see a new branch or two and then plant the part I cut off, too... if you plan right, then you should have three 'layers', short med and tall.... (if you keep one without cutting)..... or just stagger the cuts on the tall ones and place the resulting short ones accordingly..(if you have pieces of stem left over, if you stay aware of which way is UP, you can plant them, too!!_)... this works best when it's nice and warm and when there's good light and when you can occasionally mist the cut ends (in the house) or mist them outside..... Warnecki is slower to grow, but they do, eventually... don't give up....
this site has lots of info for the serious grower....
http://mrec.ifas.ufl.edu/Foliage/folnote...
do note the Floride warnings....
Reply:Air layering would be your best bet on the warneckii
they don't branch freely and are slow growing.
if you have the space and it is spring where you are you could do a trench/layering project with it and get several plants from the existing canes during the course of the summer.
if that interests you let me know by email or adding a comment to the question.
it will be of no advantage to you to remove the tip of this plant.
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The way I'm familiar with pruning is to pinch off the new growth, but is this the correct procedure with this specific plant? I've read conflicting information on the web, and would be really interested in what people have to say... especially if someone knows the answer from experience!
How to prune a Dracaena Warneckii?
I just cut off the stem where I'd like to see a new branch or two and then plant the part I cut off, too... if you plan right, then you should have three 'layers', short med and tall.... (if you keep one without cutting)..... or just stagger the cuts on the tall ones and place the resulting short ones accordingly..(if you have pieces of stem left over, if you stay aware of which way is UP, you can plant them, too!!_)... this works best when it's nice and warm and when there's good light and when you can occasionally mist the cut ends (in the house) or mist them outside..... Warnecki is slower to grow, but they do, eventually... don't give up....
this site has lots of info for the serious grower....
http://mrec.ifas.ufl.edu/Foliage/folnote...
do note the Floride warnings....
Reply:Air layering would be your best bet on the warneckii
they don't branch freely and are slow growing.
if you have the space and it is spring where you are you could do a trench/layering project with it and get several plants from the existing canes during the course of the summer.
if that interests you let me know by email or adding a comment to the question.
it will be of no advantage to you to remove the tip of this plant.
shoes stock
How do I make my red-margined dracaena shorter without killing it?
I have a Red Margined Dracaena that has reached the ceiling, I don't want to just chop off the top of it, but pretty soon I won't be able to keep it in my house and our winters are too cold to plant it outside. Any suggestions?
How do I make my red-margined dracaena shorter without killing it?
There are only two options, lower the base, or chop the top. :(
How do I make my red-margined dracaena shorter without killing it?
There are only two options, lower the base, or chop the top. :(
How much should you water and give light to dracaena marginata?
I recently bought a dracaena marginata plant for my room that's about 9 inches tall from soil surface to top about 4 days ago. The leaves on the sides and bottom are turning yellow and wilting, even though I watered it recently with about a quarter liter of water, and I put it near my window to get bright light, but not close enough to get direct sunlight. Am I doing something wrong? I want the leaves to stay nice and green like how professionals care for it.
How much should you water and give light to dracaena marginata?
Direct sunlight is what this plant needs. It sounds like you may have accidentally overwatered this guy. It is great to give it a thorough drink when watering, but then allow it to become dry nearly through %26amp; through before watering again.
Just keep an eye on it as the heat generated by being in direct sun can often dry a plant very quickly. It's also very possible it may need to be repotted, depending upon how long the store has had it in it's present container.
A pot which is just a few inches larger in diameter might work wonders %26amp; allow some room for its roots to spread. Be careful if you use any fertilizer when repotting, as its very easy to burn the roots by using too much.
This is one of my very favorite houseplants!!
Good Luck!!
How much should you water and give light to dracaena marginata?
Direct sunlight is what this plant needs. It sounds like you may have accidentally overwatered this guy. It is great to give it a thorough drink when watering, but then allow it to become dry nearly through %26amp; through before watering again.
Just keep an eye on it as the heat generated by being in direct sun can often dry a plant very quickly. It's also very possible it may need to be repotted, depending upon how long the store has had it in it's present container.
A pot which is just a few inches larger in diameter might work wonders %26amp; allow some room for its roots to spread. Be careful if you use any fertilizer when repotting, as its very easy to burn the roots by using too much.
This is one of my very favorite houseplants!!
Good Luck!!
Dracaena with brown tips on the leaves?
I bought a small dracaena for my office and it has developed brown tips at the end of the leaves. I looked up several sites and the two most commonly listed reasons were "Over watering" and "Under watering" Since it cannot be both, how can I tell? and how can I save this plant from further damage?
Dracaena with brown tips on the leaves?
If you have the plant in direct sunlight it is possible that the leaves have become scorched. Place it in indirect light, preferably from an east or west facing window.
Check the drainage of your pot to see if the possibility of over-watering is the issue. Always allow 1-2 inches of the soil on top to dry out before watering and never fertilize your plant in the winter
.
If neither sunlight or watering were the problem check to underside of your leaves to make sure there are no eggs present, because it might be red spider mites, if so rub the leaves off with your fingers in running water to cleanse the plant.
The one other possibility could be from a build-up of salt in the soil. If you have had the plant for quite awhile it just might need to be refreshed by changing the pot and soil, or you can flush the soil by running water through it about 3 times and then letting it dry out. Good Luck
Reply:I have 4-5 dracaenas in my home. They are all in places that receive indirect, filtered light. From time to time, their leaves have gotten the same brown tips that you describe. My experience has been that this is usually the result of underwatering.
I purchased a moisture analyzer - it's a tool about 12 inches long, and you stick the probe down into the soil and it tells you whether or not the soil needs watering. I use that to establish a set "schedule" for watering my plants. Some need water several times per week, some only like water once a week. I adjust my schedule to meet their needs.
Reply:I was always taught that brown tips on Dracaenas is usually from salt burn. It is always best to take a houseplant to the sink to water it. Leave it there for awhile so it can drain. We have a lot of salts in our water. If a plant cannot drain, what shows up from the salt is burning on the tips. I know when you have a large houseplant it is difficult to take it to the sink. Make sure the plant is elevated on rocks or bricks or something in it's saucer. And remember the larger the plant, the less often it will dry out(meaning water less often).
Good luck :-)
Reply:I have read that it is the humidity around the plant, not the water in the soil. If you can raise the humidity in the room, or even just near the plant, it may help. A tray of water under the pot (like a pie tin with rocks and water with the pot kept out of the water by the rocks,) or just a shallow container of watr near the plant might help. I've not tried it though. I usually just put a pan of water on the radiator or something to humidify the entire room.
Reply:The rule of thumb is that if the tips of the leaves are getting dry and brown, then you are not watering enough. If the tips are soggy and brown, then you are over watering.
Dracaena is a nice plant that come in several colors. It is tolerant of much abuse. You should find how much water it wants and the location in the room it likes, then stick to this combination.
I have a dracaena plant that I have had for at least 10 years. When it starts getting too tall, I cut it back and root the pieces I cut off. They make nice gifts to friends.
Dracaena with brown tips on the leaves?
If you have the plant in direct sunlight it is possible that the leaves have become scorched. Place it in indirect light, preferably from an east or west facing window.
Check the drainage of your pot to see if the possibility of over-watering is the issue. Always allow 1-2 inches of the soil on top to dry out before watering and never fertilize your plant in the winter
.
If neither sunlight or watering were the problem check to underside of your leaves to make sure there are no eggs present, because it might be red spider mites, if so rub the leaves off with your fingers in running water to cleanse the plant.
The one other possibility could be from a build-up of salt in the soil. If you have had the plant for quite awhile it just might need to be refreshed by changing the pot and soil, or you can flush the soil by running water through it about 3 times and then letting it dry out. Good Luck
Reply:I have 4-5 dracaenas in my home. They are all in places that receive indirect, filtered light. From time to time, their leaves have gotten the same brown tips that you describe. My experience has been that this is usually the result of underwatering.
I purchased a moisture analyzer - it's a tool about 12 inches long, and you stick the probe down into the soil and it tells you whether or not the soil needs watering. I use that to establish a set "schedule" for watering my plants. Some need water several times per week, some only like water once a week. I adjust my schedule to meet their needs.
Reply:I was always taught that brown tips on Dracaenas is usually from salt burn. It is always best to take a houseplant to the sink to water it. Leave it there for awhile so it can drain. We have a lot of salts in our water. If a plant cannot drain, what shows up from the salt is burning on the tips. I know when you have a large houseplant it is difficult to take it to the sink. Make sure the plant is elevated on rocks or bricks or something in it's saucer. And remember the larger the plant, the less often it will dry out(meaning water less often).
Good luck :-)
Reply:I have read that it is the humidity around the plant, not the water in the soil. If you can raise the humidity in the room, or even just near the plant, it may help. A tray of water under the pot (like a pie tin with rocks and water with the pot kept out of the water by the rocks,) or just a shallow container of watr near the plant might help. I've not tried it though. I usually just put a pan of water on the radiator or something to humidify the entire room.
Reply:The rule of thumb is that if the tips of the leaves are getting dry and brown, then you are not watering enough. If the tips are soggy and brown, then you are over watering.
Dracaena is a nice plant that come in several colors. It is tolerant of much abuse. You should find how much water it wants and the location in the room it likes, then stick to this combination.
I have a dracaena plant that I have had for at least 10 years. When it starts getting too tall, I cut it back and root the pieces I cut off. They make nice gifts to friends.
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