Dracaena marginata

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Red-Edged Chevron Plant

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mark Bender/Memoli

 

Description

This shrub will grow 6'-12' tall and has large, evergreen, leathery greenish red leaves.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green, Red, Variegated

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Container, Filler

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.