How to Care for Dracaena marginata 'Tricolor' (Dragon Tree)

Korean name: 드라세나 마지나타 트리컬러

This plant has colorful leaves edged with red and white stripes, making it a popular ornamental foliage plant. It grows tall and thin stems and adapts well to indoor environments with relatively easy care. It is also known for its air-purifying qualities and decorative use.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Family: Asparagaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Madagascar
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Air purifying: Helps clean indoor air.
• Traits: easy care, air purifying, foliage plant, indoor suitable, stem plant
• Also known as: Dracaena marginata, Dragon Tree, Madagascar Dragon Tree, Tricolor Dragon Tree

Care Guide

• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is somewhat dry.
• Soil: Well-draining general potting soil is recommended.
• Humidity: Average indoor humidity is sufficient.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Dracaena marginata 'Tricolor'?

Water thoroughly when the soil is somewhat dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Dracaena marginata 'Tricolor'?

It likes Thrives in bright, indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining general potting soil is recommended..

Is Dracaena marginata 'Tricolor' safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Dracaena marginata 'Tricolor' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Average indoor humidity is sufficient.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..