Dracaena is a beautiful plant from the asparagus group. It has almost 200 different varieties and naturally occurs in subtropical and tropical regions. In Poland, it is most often bred as a potted flower. Poles loved her for oriental leaves. Dracaena can turn the house into a small jungle. Interestingly, dracaena not only adorns the interior but also has air cleansing properties. It is often recommended for residents of large cities, where air quality leaves much to be desired. At home in Poland, the most common is drakaena, edged, reversed and dracaena Sander. These species are easy to care for and do not require specialized gardening knowledge.
Instant conditioner for dracaena. Mix 15 g of the one with water and water the dracana
. They provide a scraping of necessary nutrients. Dracaena needs high doses of nitrogen, which sensational stimulates growth and improves the condition of the plant. I water my dracaen with gelatin conditioner. This is a sensational source of nitrogen that will work on the flower like a natural steroid. Preparation of gelatin nutrition for dracaena is rapid and simple. All you have to do is dissolve about 15 g of gelatin (1 tablespoon) in a small pot in 1 cup of hot water. Mix the whole and set aside to cool, and then add 1 liter of water. . For me, Dracaena nutrition works best once a week.
This is the worst place for dracaena. If a pot stands there, the plant will start to waste
Her care at home, in a pot is not difficult, and the plant itself tolerates the temporary lack of water access. This does not mean, however, that dracaena does not have care requirements that must be met to make it grow lush. As a tropical plant dracaena or moisture. Dry air works adversely on it. In winter, you should avoid putting it close to heated radiators, and in the summer take care of regularly spraying leaves and access to water. If the heat is forecast without rain, it is worth considering putting a bowl of water in the close area of flower pots. Steaming water will gently moisten the air, and your plants will thank you for it.
A common problem in Most often, the reason for this is either too small or too much water. It also happens that Dracaena is poor because it does not stand in the right place. Although, it is to a plant that likes sunlight, remember to avoid exposing it directly to the sun in the summer. Acute sunlight can smoke leaves and make the flower stop growing. Few people know that dracaena should not be put on window sills. Although in Poland it is the window sills that are the most frequently chosen flowers positions, in the case of dracaena this is not the best idea. This plant badly tolerates temperature fluctuations and drafts. They can lead to whining and falling leaves.
How to care for dracaen in autumn and winter?
In autumn, when the days become shorter and the temperature drops, the dracaena enters the rest period. The watering should then be limited, allowing the ground to dry between successive irrigation. Also reduce the frequency of fertilization-just power the plant once every 4-6 weeks, using diluted fertilizer for green plants. Take care of the right position – clear, but with dispersed light. Direct sun rays can be harmful, especially in winter when the sun is lower. Also remember to provide the plant with room temperature, avoiding drafts and sudden temperature changes.
In winter, dracaena care is similar to autumn. Still limiting watering and fertilization. Particular attention pay to the humidity of the air, which often decreases in heated rooms. Dry air can cause browning of the leaf tips. To prevent this, you can regularly sprinkle the leaves with soft water at room temperature or place a humidifier nearby. Also make sure that the plant does not stand too close to heat sources, such as radiators. Continue to provide her with bright, diffused light. If you notice the dropping of leaves or inhibition of growth, this may be due to the lack of light – in this case it is worth considering lighting with a special lamp for plants. Also regularly check the leaves for pests, which in weakened conditions can easier to attack the plant.
