Dracaena marginata (Madagascar dragon tree)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the tips of a Dracaena's leaves turning brown? Brown tips usually indicate air that is too dry or watering with hard water — use filtered water and lightly mist the foliage if the air is dry.
Can Dracaena marginata grow in a low-light room? It tolerates partial shade but quickly loses its brightness and vigor — a well-lit room with indirect light is essential to maintain beautiful foliage.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Fine green and burgundy ribbon-like leaves • 🏛️ Slender, architectural silhouette • ☀️ Bright light • 💧 Infrequent watering • 🏙️ 4 sizes available
The Dracaena marginata, also known as the Madagascar dragon tree, is a graphic, slender plant native to eastern Africa and Madagascar. Its long, dark green ribbon-like leaves, finely edged in burgundy red, grow in clusters from a gnarled trunk that branches over the years - a sculptural silhouette that naturally structures large living spaces. It fits equally well in indoor jungle arrangements and minimalist interiors.
Among large indoor plants, it is one of the easiest to care for.
Light & placement
Dracaena marginata thrives in medium to bright light. It adapts well to apartment living, even in less bright rooms, but its foliage loses some of its vibrancy and growth slows considerably in overly dark conditions. Its needs reflect the light and humidity balance of indoor plants specific to each family.
- Light: bright indirect light - avoid direct sun, which can burn the leaf tips.
- Orientation: ideally an east- or west-facing window, or 1 to 2 m away from a south-facing window.
- Placement: living room, office, entryway - anywhere it can structure the space vertically.
- Temperature: 18–27 °C, away from cold drafts and fan heaters.
Clean its long leaves with a damp cloth once a month - dust reduces photosynthesis and dulls the foliage.
Watering & care
Dracaena marginata forgives neglect but not excess - overwatering is the main cause of decline. Let the substrate dry out several centimetres before watering again. In winter, leave even more time between waterings. Overwatering remains the most common of the most frequent watering mistakes.
- Frequency: every 10 to 15 days in summer, every 3 weeks in winter.
- Drainage: essential - never let the pot sit in the water.
- Humidity: tolerates dry air better than most tropical plants, but appreciates occasional light misting if the tips turn brown.
- Care: remove dry leaves at the base as they appear.
Brown tips are almost always a sign of air that is too dry or hard water - use filtered water or let the water stand for 24 hours before watering.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Dracaena marginata's vertical, airy silhouette makes it an ideal focal plant in plant arrangements. Its gnarled trunk and clusters of fine leaves create an architectural presence without visually weighing down the space.
- In a living room corner, place it in the Capi Nature Groove taupe pot - the pot's ribbed texture and neutral colour enhance the trunk's natural, graphic appearance without competing with the burgundy foliage.
- Pair it with a Ficus Elastica Robusta - the Ficus's broad, dark, glossy leaves contrast with the Dragon Tree's fine ribbon-like leaves for a tropical arrangement balanced in texture and height.
- At its feet, place a trailing Epipremnum Golden Pothos - the Pothos's green and light yellow foliage on the floor creates a soft plant continuity beneath the Dragon Tree's vertical form.
- Near a glass door or window, pair it with a Strelitzia Nicolai - two large plants with contrasting silhouettes (slender vs. broad and upright) create a high-impact XXL arrangement in a bright living room.
Dracaena marginata branches naturally over time - the older it gets, the more unique and sculptural its silhouette becomes. It is a plant that gains decorative value over the years.
Verdeia tips
- Let it dry between waterings: push your finger 3–4 cm into the substrate - if it is still damp, wait a few more days before watering.
- Turn the pot a quarter turn every month: Dracaena always grows towards the light - regular rotation ensures balanced growth and prevents the foliage from leaning to one side.
- Repot only when the roots are overflowing: the Dragon Tree likes to be slightly root-bound - repotting too early into a large pot encourages excess root moisture and the risk of rot. Repotting indoor plants should be done in spring, when the roots fill the pot.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Dracaena marginata
- Common name: Madagascar dragon tree
- Origin: eastern Africa, Madagascar
- Available size 1: H55 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
- Available size 2: H75 cm | Pot Ø17 cm
- Available size 3: H75–85 cm | Pot Ø17 cm (shape 30–15)
- Available size 4: H120 cm | Pot Ø21 cm
- Light: bright indirect light
- Watering: moderate - let the substrate dry between waterings
- Growth: slow to moderate
- Substrate acidity: slightly acidic (pH 6.0–6.5)
- Care: easy
- Pet toxicity: toxic to cats and dogs
- Decorative style: Urban jungle / Graphic / Architectural
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. Height, branching and foliage density naturally vary according to age and growing conditions.
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Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.