Our September Plant Of The Month:
Dracaena Marginata Colorama
Our September plant of the month is the Dracaena Marginata Colorama. This stunning palm-like plant stands out with bright pink and green foliage, and is an easy-care plant to have in your home or office. Find out some fun facts, and how to care for them below!
Origin & Fun Facts
(so you can be the expert)
Native To: Primarily native to the Old World tropics, especially in Africa.
In The Wild: They can be found anywhere with higher temperatures and humidity.
Species: There are around 100 species of Dracaena plants.
Fun Fact: Dracaena are part of the asparagus family, it is not a palm! They are slow-growing plants and can reach 15′ to 20′, though most Dracaena owners trim their plants before they reach their full height.
Caring is Preparing
(for the elements)
Sunlight:
To maintain colorful foliage keep in bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight or the foliage could get sunburn.
Indoors:
Keep in a bright room indoors, away from direct sunlight.
Outdoors:
These plants can grow outdoors in dappled sunlight or in a bright, indirect lit area. Avoid direct sunlight.
Watering:
Water these plants when the soil is dry 2-4″ from the surface.
Signs of too much water:
Yellowing leaves and root rot.
Signs of too little water:
Yellow or brown crisping of the leaves.
Styling Your Colorama
(in the perfect location)
Indoors:
These plants are fun and colorful! Place them anywhere in your home and among your other houseplants. You can place these vibrant plants in a decorative pot to add style to any space.
Outside:
Plant your Colorama in the ground around your house outside or place in a pot on your porch, or back patio. They will thrive outside in a warm humid climate, as long as they are not placed in direct sunlight.
Toxicity:
Dracaena are toxic to both cats and dogs. We recommend placing them in your home on a high shelf or a table out of reach.
Stop by one of our shops to grab a Colorama to add to your space, and we will pot it for you!
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