Dracaena fragrans 'Golden Coast' – Care Guide, Tips, and FAQs

Dracaena fragrans 'Golden Coast', also called Gold-Edged Dracaena, features glossy green leaves with bright golden-yellow edges, adding tropical elegance to any space. With minimal care requirements, it’s a perfect choice for a beautiful, low-maintenance plant.

Dracaena fragrans 'Golden Coast' Features

Graceful Foliage: Arching leaves grow from multiple trunks, creating depth and dimension.
Compact Growth: Slow to moderate grower, ideal for small apartments, office desks, or cozy corners.

How to Care for Dracaena fragrans 'Golden Coast'

Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Tolerates low light but may lose vibrancy. Avoid direct sun.
Watering: Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Humidity & Temperature: Thrives in 18°C–24°C. Mist occasionally in dry winter months.
Soil: Use well-draining potting mix with perlite or sand. Ensure the pot has drainage holes.
Fertilizing: Feed monthly with a diluted, balanced fertilizer. Reduce feeding in winter.

Propagation

Use stem cuttings: Let cuttings dry before planting in moist soil or water.

Semi-Hydroponic & Hydroponic Growth

Adapts well to semi-hydroponics using clay pebbles.
Can grow hydroponically in a nutrient solution.

Pruning & Maintenance

Remove yellow or brown leaves.
Prune stems to control height and encourage bushier growth.
Dust leaves regularly to improve photosynthesis.

Common Issues & Solutions

Yellow Leaves: Overwatering or direct sunlight. Reduce watering and move to indirect light.
Brown Leaf Tips: Low humidity or tap water chemicals. Use filtered water and increase humidity.
Root Rot: Overwatering or poor drainage. Ensure pot has drainage holes.
Pests: Spider mites or mealybugs may appear. Wipe leaves with neem oil or insecticidal soap.
Dropping Leaves: Incorrect watering or inadequate light. Adjust watering habits and ensure sufficient indirect light.

Extra Tips for Thriving Dracaena fragrans 'Golden Coast'

Use Filtered Water: Sensitive to tap water chemicals.
Repot Every 2-3 Years: Provides fresh soil and space for root growth.
Keep Leaves Clean: Dust regularly to prevent pests.

Etymology

"Dracaena" comes from the Greek "drakaina," meaning "female dragon." "Fragrans" refers to its rare fragrant flowers. 'Golden Coast' reflects the plant’s bright golden leaf edges.

FAQs

How often should I water Dracaena 'Golden Coast'?

Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry.

Can Dracaena 'Golden Coast' survive in low light?

Yes, but leaf colors will be more vibrant in bright, indirect light.

Is Dracaena 'Golden Coast' safe for pets?

No, it is toxic to pets.

Add Tropical Elegance to Your Home!

Dracaena fragrans 'Golden Coast' is a decorative, low-maintenance houseplant that brings a splash of color to any space. Order now and enjoy its vibrant beauty at home!

Dracaena fragrans 'Golden Coast'

€45.00

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Quantity

Dracaena fragrans 'Golden Coast' comes in following Sizes:

M - is ca. 50 cm tall and comes in a 17 cm pot

L - is ca. 70 cm tall and comes in a 17 cm pot

XL - is ca. 150 cm tall and comes in a 27 cm pot
Name: Dracaena fragrans 'Golden Coast', a cultivar of Dracaena fragrans (L.) Ker Gawl.known for its striking golden-edged leaves.

Type: Evergreen shrub.

Form: Upright, cane-like stems with rosettes of lanceolate leaves.

Family: Asparagaceae; a diverse family known for hardy, ornamental plants.

Native Range: Tropical Africa; adapted to various indoor environments.

Habitat: Thrives in low-light to bright, indirect light environments.

USDA Zones: 10-12; not frost-tolerant.

Height: 1.5-2.5 m (indoor); can reach up to 3 m in optimal conditions.

Spread: 0.5-1 m; compact, vertical growth habit.

Growth Habit: Slow-growing, vertical form with cane-like stems.

Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates low light but best color in moderate light.

Watering: Allow top 2-5 cm of soil to dry before watering; avoid waterlogging.

Humidity: 40-50% preferred; low humidity can cause leaf tips to brown.

Temperature: Ideal range 15-24°C; avoid temperatures below 12°C.

Soil: Well-draining, loam or sand-based potting mix; slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.0-7.5).

Maintenance: Prune dead or yellowing leaves to maintain appearance; repot every 2-3 years.

Foliage: Long, lanceolate leaves with green centers and golden-yellow margins.

Tolerance: Tolerates low light and drought; sensitive to overwatering and cold drafts.

Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-3 months during the growing season.

Propagation: Easily propagated by stem cuttings or air layering in spring and summer.

Common Pests: Watch for spider mites, thrips, and scale insects; clean leaves regularly.

Flowering: Rare indoors; fragrant white flowers may appear under optimal conditions.

Growth Rate: Slow to moderate.

Toxicity: Toxic to pets if ingested; keep out of reach of animals and children.

Ideal Placement: Away from direct sunlight and cold drafts; well-lit, warm spots preferred.

Repotting: Repot every 2-3 years; use slightly larger container with fresh soil mix.

Special Care: Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn; wipe leaves with a damp cloth to keep clean.
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