Dracaena draco
|
Family Name:
|
Agavaceae |
|
Common Name:
|
Dragon Tree |
|
Size:
|
9m tall x 10m wide. It can take 10 years to reach 1m. |
|
Frost Tolerance:
|
Low |
|
Growth Rate:
|
Very slow |
|
Description:
|
An evergreen exotic tree with a single, smooth grey trunk, which in mature specimens divides into regularly spaced branches. The blue-green strap like foliage grows up to 60cm long. |
|
Position:
|
Full sun to part shade, in moist, well drained soil. Avoid poor drainage as the stem may rot. |
|
Care:
|
Trim old leaves, fertilise every 6 to 8 months with slow release fertiliser. No water other than rainfall if in ground. In pots, water sparingly. |
|
Features:
|
• Drought-tolerant • Architectural foliage |
|
Sizes Grown:
|
18cm, 25cm, 30cm, 40cm |