This Corn Plant really will steal the limelight with its bright, lime-green leaves which grow in a fountain of foliage from its central stem. A slow-growing plant, this variety originates in upland areas with higher altitudes, and starts life as a single stem with a rosette of leaves. If this rosette or the growing tip is damaged, the plant has the ability to branch off into two or more new rosettes; its leaves might look a delicate colour, but this plant is adapted to survive! Add a Limelight to your home for its showy, bright foliage and it will reward your care by brightening up your space. Scientific Name Dracaena fragrans (Dragonlike fragrant plant) 'Limelight'
Common Name Corn Plant, Cornstalk Plant, Ribbon Plant
Origin Originates in tropical Africa, especially Mozambique, Angola and Sudan.
Light Likes bright, indirect light. It will scorch in direct sun though, so choose a spot which doesn't get too flooded by the sun.
Water Allow half of the soil to dry out in between waters, and reduce your watering further in winter, or in darker locations.
Humidity Average humidity is fine for this plant, just don't keep it too near a radiator which would dry it out!
Soil Use well-draining soil to keep this plant from sitting too soggy; a mix with added bark would suit it well. Repot every three years in spring as it grows.
Food Feed every four waters in the growing season, reduce to every six in autumn and winter.
Temperature Ideal temperature is 20-32°C; make sure it does not get colder than 12°C in winter.
Pet-safe No, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans.
Sprouts Top Tips Keep an eye out for overwatering especially with your dragon tree! It can cause many issues and damage the root system. Keep an eye out for yellowing leaves, especially close to the soil.
We have launched our first (hopefully monthly) ‘Letter from the Founder’ blog post. I talk about a string of bad luck, from water gushing from various ceilings in my life to a break-in, and also reflect on the incredible work we have done to win two awards earlier this year. I look ahead to what’s coming up in August, projects we are working on with our clients, and some thoughts about the rest of the year. And I give an insight into my brain, why I am who I am and why I’m so thankful for all the opportunities, passion and excitement that running Sprouts has given me as a founder and as a woman.