Dracaena Dragontree Tornado Ø6cm

Dracaena Dragontree Tornado is a compact dracaena cultivar with glossy, spiral-twisted leaves, dark green in the centre with lime-green margins. It grows slowly, stays small and copes well with indirect light, making it an easy choice for a desk, shelf or windowsill. Not to be confused with Dracaena draco, the dragon tree of the Canary Islands. Care instructions Dracaena Dragontree Tornado is a forgiving houseplant that wants indirect light, moderate watering and steady room temperatures. It grows slowly and needs no pruning. Light: bright, indirect; also adapts to medium light. Avoid direct midday sun, which scorches the leaves. In low light the lime-green margins fade and growth slows. Temperature: 18-27°C; not below 12°C. Keep away from cold draughts and direct heat sources. Watering: moderate; water when the top 2-3 cm of soil has dried out. Water less in winter. Never leave water standing in the saucer: the roots rot easily. Water quality: dracaenas are sensitive to fluoride, chlorine and salts, which cause brown leaf tips. Use water that has stood overnight, filtered water or rainwater. Humidity: moderate (40-60%); tolerates household air but appreciates slightly higher humidity while the heating is on. Soil: loose, well-draining all-purpose potting mix with added perlite; a pot with drainage holes. Feeding: once a month in spring and summer with a houseplant fertiliser at half strength; none in winter. Propagation: from stem or tip cuttings, rooted in water or in moist potting mix, in a warm spot. Pests: check the undersides of the leaves and the leaf bases regularly for mealybugs and spider mites. Specifications Pot diameter: 6 cm Total height (incl. pot): 15 cm