Since the dragon tree is not hardy outdoors in this country, the search for suitable culture sites is usually limited to rooms inside the house. Although the different types of dragon tree are considered to be relatively easy to care for, you should be a bit choosy when choosing the location.

The dragon tree likes it light

Pay attention to suitable lighting conditions

In nature, the dragon tree often thrives in sun-kissed landscapes such as the Canary Islands. Nevertheless, most varieties of the dragon tree are rather sensitive to excessive direct sunlight. You should therefore not place the dragon tree directly in front of a south-facing window. On the other hand, east-, west- or north-facing windows are better suited. You can also protect the dragon tree from too much midday sunlight with a curtain to prevent the leaves from falling off. If the location is darker than semi-shady, the plants will stretch towards the light as they grow, so pruning to limit size may be necessary.

Dragon trees like it rather damp

Dragon trees usually drop their leaves or even die where the air is very dry. That's why dragon trees shouldn't be placed on the windowsill or right next to a radiator. If high humidity does not occur on its own, as is the case in the bathroom, for example, the following measures can be helpful:

  • regular spraying of the leaves with water
  • the installation of special humidifiers
  • drying laundry in the air in the room with the dragon trees

Beware of draughty locations

Drafts do not tolerate dragon trees very well, which is why stairwells are generally unsuitable for these indoor plants. When moving to the balcony in summer, you should also pay attention to a location that is protected from draughts.

tips

Dragon trees with "variegated" or rather reddish leaves generally tolerate more direct sunlight than specimens with distinctly green leaves.

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Indoor plants