Dracaena fragrans
When it comes to indoor plants, the Dracaena Corn Plant (also known as Dracaena fragrans massangeana) is one of the most popular choices. They are easy to care for and make an attractive addition to any home or office. With just a few simple steps, you can create a healthy environment that encourages your plant to thrive.
To ensure healthy growth and vibrant color in your Dracaena Corn Plant, provide it with plenty of indirect sunlight each day. Place the plant near a window that receives lots of natural light during the day, but be sure that direct sunlight doesn't touch its leaves or else they may burn. If direct light is unavoidable, you can use sheer curtains to diffuse it. Artificial lighting from fluorescent lights can also be used if necessary; however, only use full-spectrum bulbs and keep them 4 to 12 inches away from the plant for optimal results.
Since Dracaena Corn Plants prefer shallow planters with well-draining soil, look for a potting mix specifically designed for foliage plants or cactus mixes rather than traditional soil mixes. Try to avoid anything with added fertilizers since they may cause nutrient burn on your plants' roots over time. Regular potting soil often doesn’t have adequate drainage either so stay away from this as well.
Overwatering is one of the biggest culprits when it comes to killing houseplants like Dracaena Corn Plants so err on the side of caution and water less often than more when caring for yours. Water your plant thoroughly until water comes out through its drainage holes then wait until at least half of the soil has dried before watering again. Allowing too much standing water in the pot should also be avoided as this can lead to root rot and other illnesses in your plant.
When picking an area for your corn plant, try to find one with temperatures that stay between 65°F and 75°F (18°C-24°C). Similarly, humidity levels should stay above 40% but below 80% - especially during winter months when air circulation tends to decrease in warm indoor environments. Adding a humidifier or misting your plants weekly can help replenish moisture levels and prevent dryness or wilting in their leaves due to insufficient humidity levels.
Like most houseplants, Dracaena Corn Plants need fertilizer once every month or two throughout spring into fall but not during winter when they enter their dormant period - otherwise known as “resting season” - where growth slows down drastically due to shorter days and colder temperatures outdoors as well as indoors during winter months indoors typically have lower humidity levels which further put these plants into dormancy mode rapidly until spring arrives again next year.. Fertilize at half strength monthly with something specifically made for houseplants (such as 20-20-20 liquid fertilizer). Be sure not to overfertilize since this could cause severe burning damage on your corn plants' delicate leaves and root systems resulting in irreparable harm towards its overall health long-term if done too frequently without proper measures taken ahead of time beforehand!
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