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Dracaena draco

Dragon Tree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

This evergreen is similar to a palm tree and will grow 30' high x 20' wide. It produces clusters of green/white flowers on the end of the branches and also produces orange berries. It has a very distinct appearance when mature.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

Green, White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Tropical

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Indoor, Park

Special Uses

Container

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.