Dracaena Draco 2 meters

🌞 Light Requirements

• Indoors: Bright, indirect light is ideal. Can tolerate some direct sun, especially morning or late afternoon light.

• Outdoors (if climate permits): Full sun to partial shade. Prefers a warm, dry climate like USDA Zones 9-11.

💧 Watering

• Low water needs. Let the soil dry out between waterings.

• Water deeply but infrequently—every 2-4 weeks depending on temperature and humidity.

• Overwatering is a common killer—ensure excellent drainage.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Prefers warm temperatures: 65–85°F (18–29°C).
  

• Tolerant of dry indoor air; doesn’t need high humidity.

🪴 Soil

• Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix.

• You can mix in perlite, sand, or pumice to improve drainage.

🌱 Fertilizing

• Feed lightly during the growing season (spring and summer).

• Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month.

• No feeding in fall/winter.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Prune to shape or control size. Cut just above leaf nodes to encourage branching.

• Remove dead or damaged leaves as needed.

• Leaf tips can brown in dry air or from fluoride in tap water—use filtered or distilled water if this occurs.

🪴 Repotting

• Slow grower—repot every 3–5 years, or when roots outgrow the pot.

• Choose a pot with good drainage holes.

⚠️ Common Problems

• Brown leaf tips: Often due to low humidity, underwatering, or fluoride in water.

• Yellowing leaves: Can indicate overwatering or poor drainage.

• Pests: Watch for spider mites, mealybugs, or scale. Treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap if needed.

🌳 Interesting Fact

• The red resin it produces when cut is called “Dragon’s Blood”, historically used in dyes, varnishes, and medicine