Stunning Foliage
Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
Average Watering Needs
Mature Height 5-15 feet

For great foliage and an upright habit, the Lime Light Dracaena is certainly worth considering. Also known as the dragon plant, from the Greek word ‘drakaina’, this evergreen produces stunning long and slender glossy leaves in shades of yellow and green. Originating from tropical parts of Africa, it is no surprise that it prefers to be kept warm and away from any cold drafts. This is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate low-light levels.

Best Locations For Growing Limelight Dracaena

The Lime Light Dracaena can be grown in any room, just as long as it is kept warm and does not receive any bright direct sunlight. Growing to an eventual height of six feet when grown indoors, this dracaena can add great visual impact wherever it is grown.

Limelight Dracaena Sunlight Requirements

Able to tolerate low to bright light, the Lime Light Dracaena should not be placed near a window where it will receive any strong direct sunlight, which can bleach the leaves. A dimmer spot will promote a more chartreuse color on the leaves. Re-pot using a free-draining and fertile houseplant soil every 2 to 3 years or when the plant becomes rootbound.

Limelight Dracaena Care

Lime Light is a slow-growing and low-maintenance plant. Dead or browning leaves can be removed by cutting at the base with a pair of sanitized and sharp scissors. Preferring high humidity levels, the Lime Light Dracaena benefits from regular misting. Wipe its foliage regularly with a damp cloth to remove any dust.

Watering Limelight Dracaena

The Lime Light Dracaena is sensitive to overwatering, which can lead to the roots rotting, especially in winter. To avoid this, the soil can be allowed to dry slightly between watering, although not completely, and watering should be reduced during the colder months. Using harvested rainwater is advisable to help prevent the leaf tips from turning brown.

Feeding Limelight Dracaena

During the growing season, from spring to the fall, the Lime Light Dracaena will benefit from a monthly houseplant feed diluted to half strength.

Limelight Dracaena Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light

Care Requirements: Easy

Watering Requirements: Average - Let the soil dry completely, then, water deeply.

Pet Friendly: No

Kid Friendly: Yes

Air Purifier: Moderate

Habit: Upright

Growth Rate: Slow

Mature Height: 5-15 feet

Mature Spread: 3-4 feet

Flowering: Yes

Flower Color(s): Pink, White, Yellow

Flower Shade/Description: Pink, Yellow, or White

Fragrant: No

Foliage Type:

Foliage Color(s): Green

Foliage Description: Lime-Green

Temperature: 65° - 90°F (18° - 32°C)

Humidity: Above Average (60% - 80%)

Common Name: Limelight Dracaena

Other Name(s): Dragon Tree

Scientific Name: Dracaena fragrans 'Limelight'

Plant Type: House Plant

SKU:: Dracaena_Limelight-HP

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

Limelight Dracaena