Dragon Tree

About this plant

Dracaena marginata, commonly known as the Dragon Tree, commands attention with its slender, woody stems topped by rosettes of long, sword-shaped leaves. These distinctive leaves are typically green with a fine, reddish-purple margin, adding a subtle touch of color and sophistication to any interior. Remarkably adaptable and low-maintenance, the Dragon Tree is an excellent choice for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts. Its architectural presence brings a touch of the tropics indoors, making it a popular feature in homes and offices alike. At A Cut Above, we select only the finest Dragon Trees, ensuring you receive a healthy, vibrant specimen ready to elevate your space. Its natural elegance and relative ease of care make it a lasting and rewarding addition to your plant collection.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Maintain consistently moist soil, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot. Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer). Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.