Dracaena – Cordylena^® Ruby

Adapatable as House Plant

Dead-Heading Not Necessary

Foliage Interest

Maintenance Notes

Easy Care.

Uses Notes

Great in landscapes and containers

Maintenance Category Easy

Water Category Average

Bloom Time

Flower Form Container, Landscape

pH B - pH 5.8 - 6.2

EC (2:1 Extraction Method) 0.6 - 0.9

Fertilization 150 - 200

Light Requirements Medium, High

Water Requirements Dry to Moderate, Moderate to Moist, Moist to Wet

Rooting Out Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit

Growing On Temperature 60 - 65° Fahrenheit

Holding Temperature 45 - 50° Fahrenheit

Planting and Timing Information

Spring through Summer Finish. 1 liner per 4-6" pot.

Finishing Times [weeks]
4-5" and Quart Pot : 8-10
6" and Gallon Pot : 10-12
7-9" Pot :
10-12" and Two Gallon Pot :

Pinching and Growth Regulators

Pinching will destroy the symmetry of the plants and greatly add to production time.

Pest and Disease Management

General pest and disease practices as listed in notes. Plant liners so as to not bury crowns. Scout for spider mites and treat as necessary.

Grower Tips

For Cordylena, pot size will limit the final size of the plant.

To avoid tip burning do not dry soil out severely.