Dracaena marginata

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mark Bender/Memoli

 

Description

This shrub will grow 6'-12' tall and has large, evergreen, leathery greenish red leaves.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green, Red, Variegated

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Container, Filler

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.