{"product_id":"lemon-lime-dracaena","title":"Dracaena fragrans lemon lime (Dragon Plant)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"first-letter\"\u003e T \u003c\/span\u003ehe Lemon lime dracaena, botanically known as Dracaena fragrans ‘Lemon Lime\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e’,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a vibrant tropical evergreen shrub prized for its\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003elime green and yellow striped leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e, creating the appearance of foliage glowing with neon energy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003eIts striking coloration, low-maintenance nature, and eye-catching silhouette have made it an exceptionally popular indoor houseplant worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003eWhile often\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003ecalled Lemon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elime dragon plant or just Dragon plant, it is technically a member of the corn plant family, though its genus name Dracaena translates to \"female dragon,\" making it\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003ea true member\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof this legendary botanical group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/Dracaena-deremensis-_Lemon-lime_-jpj.jpg?v=1789302378\" alt=\"\" class=\"floating-left-image\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003eOne of the most desirable features of the Dracaena lemon lime plant is its broad, lance-shaped, arching leaves covered in vivid ribbon-like variegation, earning it the common nickname Striped\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003eDracaena\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW14774191 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14774191 BCX0\"\u003eThe intensity of the variegation often increases when the plant receives sufficient bright light, creating an even more dramatic contrast between the rich green background and electric yellow markings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW14774191 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14774191 BCX0\"\u003eThe dense foliage forms a naturally bushy silhouette that brings texture, color, and tropical character to any setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW14774191 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW14774191 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW14513075 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14513075 BCX0\"\u003eWhen grown indoors, this Dracaena lemon lime can grow up to 5 feet tall and about 2 feet wide, making it an ideal choice for bright living rooms, offices, sunrooms, and enclosed patios. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW14774191 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW14513075 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14513075 BCX0\"\u003eIn frost-free outdoor climates, however, mature plants can grow significantly larger and may develop into substantial landscape shrubs. Its upright growth habit and manageable size allow it to function as both a colorful accent plant and a striking focal point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW14513075 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW206642932 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW259286255 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79867487 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW76760459 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW14774191 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW14513075 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003eThe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003elemon\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003elime\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003eDracaena\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003eblooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erarely indoors, but mature outdoor plants can produce clusters of small, star-shaped, pale pinkish-white flowers in the spring and summer. The blooms are highly fragrant but are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003erelatively inconspicuous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecompared to the vibrant leaves and are often secondary to the foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW91077228 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003eNative to the tropical regions of Africa, this cultivar\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003eremains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eone of the most sought-after ornamental foliage plants worldwide. Whether displayed as a colorful indoor houseplant or grown outdoors in tropical landscapes, this stunning cultivar provides year-round visual impact and brings a vibrant splash of sunshine to any plant collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"Paragraph SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003eWhen and How to Water Your Lemon Lime Dracaena\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003eIt prefers a consistent watering schedule and thrives when its soil \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003eremains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e evenly moist but never soggy. Rather than letting the soil dry out completely like a succulent, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003eallow \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003ejust the top 1–2 inches of the potting mix to dry slightly between waterings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003eAvoid overwatering or leaving the pot sitting in stagnant water, as saturated soil can quickly cause root rot and leaf drop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003eStriped dracaena\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRest CommentHighlightRest SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightPipeRest SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003eshou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003eld typically be watered every 1–2 weeks during the active growing season (March–September) and every 2–3 weeks during the dormant winter season (October–February), adjusting as needed based on your indoor temperature, pot type, and soil dryness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003eDuring the spring and summer, focus on attentive plant care by watering your plant when the top layer of soil feels dry to the touch. Water thoroughly until excess water drains freely from the bottom of the pot, then promptly empty the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003esaucer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e so the roots are not left sitting in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003eDuring the fall and winter, reduce watering because the plant's growth naturally slows down and the soil takes longer to dry out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLearn how to manage your plant during dormancy by allowing the top half of the potting mix to dry out before watering again, avoiding keeping the soil wet for extended periods to keep the root system healthy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003eLight Requirements – Where to Place Your Dragon Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"floating-right-image\" alt=\"a lose up of Dracaena fragrans lemon lime (Dragon Plant)\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/Lemon-lime_-Dracaena-deremensis-jpj.jpg?v=1789384882\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003eWhen growing indoors,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplace your plant in bright, indirect light for 6–8 hours each day to encourage vibrant chartreuse variegation and sturdy stems. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003eA spot right next to an east-facing window or a few feet away from a bright south- or west-facing window is ideal. Protect the foliage from intense, unshaded afternoon sun, which can fade the brilliant yellow tones and burn the leaves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003eWhen grown outdoors,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eit performs best in partial shade to bright filtered sun in USDA Hardiness Zones 10–11, where temperatures\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003eremain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewarm year-round. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003ePlace your Dragon plant on a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003ebright\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecovered patio, a shaded porch, or within a protected garden bed. In cooler climates, grow it in a container so you can easily bring it indoors before autumn temperatures fall below 55°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003eThe dazzling coloration of the foliage develops best when the plant receives plenty of bright, indirect light. Too\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003elittle light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan slow its growth and cause the new leaves to revert to plain, solid green, losing the signature stripes over time. On the other hand, harsh, direct afternoon sun through a window may scorch the leaves. Providing a consistent balance of bright filtered light is the most\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003eimportant factor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003emaintaining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eintense variegation and bushy growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW196277489 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196277489 BCX0\"\u003eOptimal Soil \u0026amp; Fertilizer Needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW196277489 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196277489 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003eThe Lemon lime dracaena grows best in a rich, loose, well-draining potting mix that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003eretains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e just enough moisture while allowing excess water to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003edrain away\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e easily. Planting them in heavy, ordinary garden soil will result in compacted roots, stunted growth, and root issues. Instead, use a high-quality peat-based potting soil amended with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW11192544 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/planetdesert.com\/products\/perlite-1-lb-porosity-soil-amendment-for-cactus-and-succulents\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003eperlite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e, or use our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW11192544 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/planetdesert.com\/products\/soil-cactus-mix-blend-1-gal-4-qt-cacti-succulent-dirt-compost-growing-media?pb=0\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003especialized potting mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e designed to support robust root development and healthy tropical growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW196277489 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196277489 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85374338 BCX0\"\u003eTo support lush foliage and continuous new leaf production, feed your plant with a balanced liquid NPK fertilizer during the spring and summer growing season. Apply the fertilizer at half-strength every 4–\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW85374338 BCX0\"\u003e6 weeks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85374338 BCX0\"\u003e. Stop fertilizing entirely during the fall and winter months when the plant enters its natural resting phase and does not require extra nutrients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205882492 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW127724815 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW135644771 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW61213592 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW251720053 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111764848 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255815897 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15526614 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261673083 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255104805 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW196277489 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196277489 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW11192544 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85374338 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW201425022 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW201425022 BCX0\"\u003eHow to Best Grow Indoors as a Houseplant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design_container-ol\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"quote_bottom-ol wb-before\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lemon lime Dracaena makes an outstanding houseplant, admired for its colorful, leathery leaves that bring an instant tropical paradise feel to indoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows best in indoor temperatures between 65°F and 85°F and should be strictly protected from sudden temperature drops and cold drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour plant grows best in a spot that receives bright, indirect light, such as right next to an east-facing window or a few feet away from a bright south-facing window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntense, direct afternoon sun must be avoided to prevent the harsh rays from scorching and fading the vibrant neon-green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis tropical native should only be watered when the top 1–2 inches of the potting mix feel completely dry to the touch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll excess water needs to drain freely from the bottom of the pot, so the roots never sit in waterlogged soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lemon lime dragon plant must be kept in a warm room far away from drafty doorways, air conditioners, and heating vents to avoid sudden temperature shocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003eHardiness Zone \u0026amp; More\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/10-11_USDA_-_1_10060b4e-a44b-46cc-871b-a0fad11c3fa0.png?v=1781572905\" alt=\"an image of a USDA map 10-11\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\" width=\"352\" height=\"280\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003eIn the United States, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003eStriped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003e dracaena is most widely enjoyed as an indoor houseplant, where its bright bands add color to rooms year-round.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003eOutdoors, it can live in the ground year-round only in completely frost-free tropical environments like southern Florida, southern California, and Hawaii within USDA Hardiness Zones 10–11. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003eIn these regions, it makes a fantastic accent shrub for bright courtyards, entryways, and vibrant garden borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003eIt thrives in steady warmth between 65°F and 85°F and will suffer damage if exposed to temperatures below 50°F. It prefers moderate to high humidity, which keeps the leaf margins from drying out. While it appreciates good air movement, it should be shielded from strong,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003edrying\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewinds that can sap moisture from its broad foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW143356668 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW143356668 BCX0\"\u003eWildlife – Dracaena Flowers Attract the Following Friendly Pollinators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW143356668 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW143356668 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW107719555 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107719555 BCX0\"\u003eWhen \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107719555 BCX0\"\u003egrown outdoors in tropical or subtropical climates, these highly fragrant blooms provide a modest source of nectar and pollen. They can occasionally attract small garden helpers, including beneficial beetles, butterflies, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107719555 BCX0\"\u003ebees, moths, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107719555 BCX0\"\u003ecurious honeybees, tiny gnats, and various small pollinating insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW107719555 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW143356668 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW107719555 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003eAccording to the ASPCA, the entire Dracaena genus is considered\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003emildly\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003etoxic to cats and dogs if ingested. The plant\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esaponins that can cause severe oral discomfort, hypersalivation, dilated pupils (in cats), vomiting, and stomach\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003eupset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003e. It is best styled on high plant stands, tables, or countertops safely out of reach of curious pets and children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW143356668 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW107719555 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW265896675 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW265896675 BCX0\"\u003eHow to Propagate Your Dragon Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW265896675 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW192793568 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216252381 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW92963094 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW143356668 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW107719555 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW38598187 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW265896675 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96622897 BCX0\"\u003eSuccessful lemon lime dracaena propagation can be easily achieved through stem cuttings taken during the warm spring or early summer months. Locate a healthy, mature cane or stem tip with several leaves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96622897 BCX0\"\u003eCut a 4-to-6-inch section just below a leaf node using a clean, sterile blade.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInsert the base of the cutting into a small pot filled with a moist, lightweight propagation mix or a jar of clean water. Keep the cutting in a warm, humid spot with bright indirect light. Over several weeks, it will\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eestablish\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea new root system\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand can\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebe transitioned into standard potting soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design_container\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"quote_bottom\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhile pruning isn't strictly necessary, it's a great tool for managing your plant's size. Simply use sharp shears during the spring or summer active growing season to trim it back, and be sure to save those stem cuttings for easy propagation!\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW121875189 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW121875189 BCX0\"\u003ePotting and Repotting Your Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW121875189 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW121875189 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW234470594 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234470594 BCX0\"\u003eThis colorful tropical plant likes to be relatively settled in its container and doesn't require frequent disturbance. Repot your Dracaena lemon lime plant only every 2–3 years during the spring, or whenever you notice the roots circling tightly around the bottom of the pot or growing out of the drainage holes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW121875189 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW234470594 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW214842791 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW214842791 BCX0\"\u003eAlways choose a container with functional drainage holes at the bottom to let excess water escape. Move up only one pot size at a time (such as from a 6-inch pot to an 8-inch pot) to prevent excess surrounding soil from holding onto too much water. When repotting is complete, fill in the gaps with fresh, well-draining soil, water lightly, and place it back in its favorite bright spot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW214842791 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design_container-ol with-background\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"quote_bottom-ol wb-before\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Dracaena lemon lime is a widely grown tropical houseplant and ornamental shrub prized for its vibrant foliage, bold colors, and ability to brighten indoor and outdoor spaces year-round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts glossy leaves are generously striped with electric yellow margins and a dark green core, creating a dramatic striped effect and providing continuous ornamental interest without relying on flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plant develops its richest coloration and most vibrant variegation when grown in bright light, making it an excellent choice for sunny windows, sunrooms, and tropical landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature plants may occasionally produce clusters of heavily scented pale flowers, although they are generally grown for their striking foliage rather than their blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith its upright growth habit, dense foliage, and eye-catching colors, Lemon lime dragon plant serves as a stunning focal point that brings year-round tropical character to homes, patios, and gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW83331786 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83331786 BCX0\"\u003eThe Bottom Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW83331786 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83331786 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW59725158 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW59725158 BCX0\"\u003eOverall, the Lemon Lime Dracaena (Dracaena fragrans ‘Lemon Lime’) stands out as one of the most cheerful, reliable, and color-rich houseplants you can add to your space. Its brilliantly banded neon foliage brings an immediate air of tropical luxury and warm contrast to any interior design style. While it appreciates bright light and warm temperatures, its ability to maintain its stunning colors year-round makes it a rewarding investment for any bright room. Order your gorgeous Dracaena lemon lime plants for sale today!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW59725158 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planet Desert","offers":[{"title":"6\" Pot \/ White Pot","offer_id":51286710649075,"sku":"4419","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ Black Pot","offer_id":51286721265907,"sku":"4419","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ Teal Pot","offer_id":51286721298675,"sku":"4419","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ Light Green Pot","offer_id":51286721331443,"sku":"4419","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ Self Watering Pot","offer_id":51286721364211,"sku":"4419","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ No Pot \/ Bare Root","offer_id":51286721396979,"sku":"4419","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/1-Collection-Image-Dracaena-deremensis-_Lemon-lime_-6-inch_2.jpg?v=1789384566","url":"https:\/\/planetdesert.com\/products\/lemon-lime-dracaena","provider":"Planet Desert","version":"1.0","type":"link"}