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Dracaena surculosa

Also Known As

  • Dracaena godseffiana
  • Gold Dust Dracaena

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-8'
  • W: 2'-6'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Dracaena surculosa plant details

Dracaena surculosa is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dracaena surculosa

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 8 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dracaena surculosa

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Dracaena surculosa plant

How to Grow Dracaena surculosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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