Saturday, November 14, 2009

I have a dracaena marginata tree (dragon tree) will it grow out side if i protect it well i live in zone 10?

"Scientific Name: Dracaena marginata Lam.


Synonym:


Family: Agavaceae Recommended Temperature Zone:


sunset: 21,23-24


USDA: 10-12


Frost Tolerance: Does okay in Phoenix in a warm location of the garden





Heat Tolerance: Light shade in Phoenix, ideally on the south side of a wall, under an overhang





Sun Exposure: Full sun or light shade





Origin: Madagascar





Growth Habits: Very slowly up to 20 feet (6 m)





Watering Needs: Regular water for optimum growth"

I have a dracaena marginata tree (dragon tree) will it grow out side if i protect it well i live in zone 10?
tho i am not sure where zone 10 is, if it is hot and tropical, like florida, it should do very well outdoors. i live in n.e.pa. and keep mine in the sunroom during the winter mos. They told me it likes moisture , non direct sunlight, and loose soil. i mist mine every other day because the leaves need moisture also.i only water it once a week well. it is doing great. good luck.
Reply:Sure will. I think they look best planted in shade though. They'll survive with a lot of southern sun, but the leaves tend to look short, narrow and stunted.


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