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Leggy Growth in Dracaena
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The Dragon Tree is a slender, architectural plant with narrow, red-edged leaves on long canes
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Dracaena care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to leggy growth in Dracaena. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Bright indirect light. Tolerates low light.
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Fertiliser
Every 2 months in spring/summer.
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Symptoms to look for in Dracaena
- fiber_manual_recordLong, weak, stretched stems
- fiber_manual_recordLarge gaps between leaves
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Common causes in Dracaena
- fiber_manual_recordInsufficient light
- fiber_manual_recordLack of pruning
- fiber_manual_recordSeasonal low light
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How to diagnose leggy growth in Dracaena
Plants lean towards light source or grow tall and thin in low light conditions.
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How to treat leggy growth in Dracaena
Move to brighter location. Prune to encourage bushy growth. Supplement with grow light.
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Preventing leggy growth in Dracaena
Provide adequate light. Regular pinching back of growing tips.