corn plant · Soil

corn plant · Dracaena fragrans

Corn plant is generally low-maintenance, suitable for beginners. Special care points include avoiding direct sunlight, as it prefers indirect light, and ensuring proper drainage to prevent root rot. Watering should be moderate—allowing the soil to dry between waterings to avoid over-saturation is critical for corn plant's health.

Watering: Water when top inch of soil is drySunlight: Partial shade · Full sunInformation to be completed

What Soil Is Best for corn plant?

Corn plant has low requirements on soil. The pH of suitable soil is 6.0-6.5. It likes well-drained and organic-rich soil, avoiding sticky substrates. Wet soil that can lead to rot or fungal issues should be avoided as well. The soil mixed with a small amount of perlite and added with fertilizers free of boron or calcium superphosphate will help their growth. When they are potted, it is recommended to use pottery pots with many drainage holes to ensure smooth drainage. Dracaena braunii (Lucky Bamboo) is often maintained in water, but it can grow better when planted in soil actually.

Soil type

Loam · Sand

Soil pH

Acid · Alkaline · Neutral