Dracaena surculosa aka Gold Dust Dracaena

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Gold Dust Dracaena due to its easy-going nature.

Gold Dust Dracaena does best in dry soil and should only be watered sparingly.

Gold Dust Dracaena loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Gold Dust Dracaena prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

During the wintertime, it's common for Gold Dust Dracaena to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.

Gold Dust Dracaena is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

Gold Dust Dracaena plants thrive in dry environments, however, if you choose to provide extra humidity or mist your plant, the lingering water on the leaves can create an ideal environment for certain types of harmful fungi.

The Gold Dust Dracaena grows at a slow pace and doesn't require any supplementary fertilizers. By renewing its potting soil once a year, it should receive enough nourishment. Remember, plants obtain their energy from sunlight, not fertilizers.

Gold Dust Dracaena grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.

Gold Dust Dracaena’s native range is Africa to Southern Asia and Australia.

Yes, if you provide it with the correct amount of sunlight and water, you can witness your Gold Dust Dracaena blooming.