Dracaena: January Houseplant Highlight


Get ready for houseplant highlights! This year we will spotlight a new indoor plant each month, sharing care tips, varieties, and unique characteristics.

We’re starting off with our pick for January—Dracaena! This humidity-loving houseplant fits perfectly in an empty spot by a window. Dracaena has a lenient watering schedule (every 10-12 days) and adapts easily to many environments, making it a great option for beginners!

Light Needs

  • Prefers indirect lighting, but will also do well in a brightly lit room
  • Place in a corner near a window or in front of/across from a window with a sheer curtain

Water Needs

  • Let the soil dry between waterings
  • Water approximately every 10-12 days
  • Loves humidity

Notable characteristics

  • Resilient houseplant
  • Easily adapts to many environments
  • Low maintenance
  • Good choice for beginners
  • Great air purifier

Popular Varieties

‘Tornado’

Reaches  3-4 feet

‘Pleomele Song of India’

Reaches 3-6 feet

‘Marginata Character’

Reaches up to 6 feet

‘Limon’

Reaches 5-10 feet