Houseplant
Dracaena
Dracaena
Varieties We Carry
MarginataDracaena reflexaMarleyDracaena fragransLimelightDracaena fragrans
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$14.95
3 galFrom$14.95
7 galFrom$125.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 25.
LightPart Shade
WaterLow to Moderate
Mature size2-10 feet × 1-3 feet
About Dracaena
Song of India (Dracaena reflexa) is a tropical shrub from Madagascar and the Indian Ocean islands with spirally arranged, narrow leaves typically edged in bright yellow or cream. Its sculptural form makes it a popular specimen plant in tropical landscapes and interior settings. Starting at $14.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Non-flowering
- Flower Color
- Non-flowering
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Grow dracaenas in bright indirect light or morning sun with afternoon shade; avoid full afternoon sun, which scorches and browns leaf tips. In NE Florida, a north or east exposure is ideal outdoors; containers can be moved inside during cold snaps.
Water
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, then allow the soil to dry slightly before watering again. Dracaenas are drought-tolerant and very sensitive to overwatering — root rot is the most common cause of decline in Florida's warm, humid conditions.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in well-drained, organic-amended soil or a fast-draining container mix with perlite. Fertilize three times a year (spring, summer, early fall) with a balanced slow-release granular fertilizer; avoid over-fertilizing, which causes salt burn on leaf tips.
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Common questions
Is Dracaena a good plant for St. Augustine?
Dracaena is a houseplant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 2-10 feet × 1-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.