Light
Bright indirect light; introduce gentle morning sun gradually where tolerated.
Learn how to care for your green friend
Colorama Dragon Tree
Dracaena marginata 'Colorama'
Tropical & indoor plants · Planned variety
Meet your green friend.
Fine ribbon-like leaves show pink-red and green striping on upright stems.
Why you’ll love it
- Fine ribbon-like leaves show pink-red and green striping on upright stems.
- Adds a distinct foliage or flower form to a suitable plant display.
A space where it can thrive
Choose a growing position that matches the light and moisture guidance below. Nursery listing does not confirm current Golden Bazaar stock.
Ask about availabilityAvailability, size, pot and price will be confirmed in store. Pictures illustrate the plant type.
Your care routine
Watering
Let the upper few centimetres of potting mix dry, then water thoroughly and drain. Reduce frequency when light or growth decreases.
Soil & drainage
Free-draining potting mix with added perlite or pumice; never use a sealed pot.
Fertilizer
Use a complete liquid houseplant fertilizer about monthly while actively growing in spring and summer, at the product label rate. Pause in dim winter conditions or whenever growth stops; do not feed a dry or stressed plant.
Temperature
Keep in a stable, frost-free room, usually about 18–26°C, away from cold drafts and heating vents.
Humidity
Ordinary room humidity is usually sufficient; do not mist to compensate for wet roots.
Through the seasons
During darker Vancouver autumn and winter days, check soil moisture before watering and reduce feeding as growth slows. Acclimatize plants gradually to stronger spring light.
When your plant needs help
- Soft yellow growth can signal overwatering and root rot.
- Mealybugs can hide in leaf axils; check for white waxy clusters.
Pets & little ones
Do not allow children or pets to chew or ingest this plant; potentially harmful plant tissues are present. Keep out of reach and seek professional advice after ingestion.
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Visit The Golden BazaarCare references
Guidance is a starting point. Adjust watering to your plant, pot, light and season; follow fertilizer labels and check outdoor cultivar hardiness.