How to Take Care of a Dracaena Janet Craig Flowering Plant

For decades, people have relied on Dracaena Janet Craig to be a reliable indoor workhorse. It is widely used as a floor plant in interior settings or mass planted in beds. It thrives in low light levels and grows best when exposed to filtered light. For decades, the Dracaena Janet Craig plant has served as a reliable interior workhorse and one of the most widely used house plants in homes and offices.

When cultivated in its natural habitat of Africa, the Dracaena deremensis “Janet Craig” may reach heights of 15 feet, although plants produced for indoor usage are significantly smaller in stature. Typically, tip cuttings are used to propagate the plant, with 3 to 4 stalks or tips per container.

 

About Dracaena Janet Craig Plant

SJ Craigs have lustrous, solid, broad, dark green leaves with wavy margins that are 3 inches wide and around 2 feet long, with wavy margins on the underside of the leaves. Their tall, tapering leaves, pleated foliage, and deep green hues all contribute to making them attractive plants for indoor environments. Floor plants are commonly used as floor plants in indoor settings, as well as for bulk planting in beds.

The majority of Dracaena Janet Craig plants grown for indoor use are planted in 10′′ inch pots with three plants per pot and grow to heights of 24′′ to 32′′ inches.Some 14′′ inch pots, with four plants per pot, are also used to grow plants that reach a height of 30′′–42′′ inches.

 

When buying a plant in this style, choose a bush shape that has a width that is 50–75 percent of the plant’s height. It has been a few years since the introduction of Janet Craig cane-type plants onto the market by Hawaiian producers, which has sparked much interest. Taller plant sizes are being developed, with some reaching heights of 6′–8′ feet tall in extremely tiny pots when compared to their whole height.

It should be noted that the exact scientific name for “Dracaena Janet Craig” is Dracaena deremensis “Janet Craig,” and that the plant is often referred to as “Janet Craig” throughout the plant business.

 

The “beginnings” or “history” of the company date back to the 1930s or thereabouts. The plant known as “Janet Craig” is really a “sport,” or a variety of Dracaena Warneckii, and it was named after the daughter of nurseryman Robert Craig, who resided in the Philadelphia region at the time of its introduction.

Dracaena Janet Craig Plant Varieties

There have been various “new” kinds of Janet Craig released over the last several years, including the Janet Craig “Second Chance.” The majority of them have originated from Hawaiian farmers who came upon these new “sports” over the course of the producing process.

 

Dracaena Janet Craig Compacta

With its little leaves and bird nest-like shape, Dracaena Compacta (also known as Janet Craig’s “compacta”) is a small bird nest-like plant that grows to approximately one foot in height.

Compacta is similar in appearance to Janet Craig, although she is somewhat smaller. This cultivar has a modest growth rate and is very long-lasting. It has been in operation for around 35 years.

 

The deep emerald green The Janet Craig Draceana “Compacta” is a plant that may be used as a “bathroom plant in little or no light.” We’ve seen it grown as a low table plant in 6-inch pots, as well as in multiples of three in bigger pots, which we think is very cool.

Dracaena Lisa

Dracaena Lisa, which is also a good low-light plant, first looks like Janet Craig in appearance. When you look closely, you will see that the leaves of the Dracaena Lisa are significantly narrower.

While the Dracaena Lisa’s luxuriant dark green foliage is linked to its distinctive green trunk, which differentiates it from the Janet Craig, the latter is not.

 

In most cases, Lisa is an upright columnar plant that does not grow much higher than 8 feet in height. It has only ever been cultivated in Hawaii, and as a result, supplies may be quite restricted.

Dracaena Lisa’s green trunks and upright growth made them ideal cane plants, and their upright growth made them even better. Dracaena Lisa canes, which are considered “exotic,” offer a lovely focal point in high-traffic areas of the house.

A mix of Dracaena Lisa in staggered canes or different heights makes them quite beautiful, especially in small spaces such as workplaces or buildings with limited space.

 

Dracaena Michiko

Dracaena michiko is one of the most sought-after dracaena hybrids on the market today.

This magnificent plant was introduced from Hawaii and is widely referred to as Michiko Cane due to the cane-like shape it has developed as a result of its upright growth habit.

The leaves of this plant are more tightly bound to the stems of the plant. The plant is thus ideal for placement in narrow or constrained spaces, as well as in small or cramped spaces inside rooms.

Because of their vast and well-developed root systems, Dracaena Michiko plants cultivated in Hawaii seem to have a longer life expectancy than those planted elsewhere. Because of the huge size and full-grown appearance of the plants in smaller pot sizes, less money is spent on pots or ornamental containers.

 

Due to Michiko’s tall and upright or columnar growth, they are ideal candidates for regions with limited available space. Expect to spend extra for Dracaena Michiko, which is cultivated in Hawaii.

Dracaena Janet Craig Indoor Plant Care

Dracaena Janet Craig makes great low-light indoor plants because of their ability to grow as an understory plant. When you combine her capacity to withstand low humidity and air conditioning with her minimal maintenance requirements, you have the makings of an extremely resilient indoor plant in most residential environments.

Despite the fact that it can live in low light levels, it grows best in filtered indirect light rather than direct sunshine. Janet Craig performs best at the room temperatures that you are most comfortable with, according to your preferences.

 

Temperatures Requirements

Heat is not a favorite of the Dracena deremensis cultivars. This is particularly essential to remember during the summer months, when plants have a propensity to discolor due to the heat. The maximum temperature that should be used is 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

The rise in temperature above 95 degrees Fahrenheit causes difficulties with leaf discoloration and the development of notches in the leaves. Plants such as Janet Craig are planted in heavy shade at the nursery. This is not due to the fact that the plants prefer low light.

It is more important for growers to shade Janet’s for temperature management than for real light reduction. Janet Craig displays limited development when the temperature is below 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants will suffer cold damage at temperatures below 35° Fahrenheit or if they are exposed to temperatures below 55° Fahrenheit for more than a week.

 

Soil & Water Requirements

Janet Craig requires potting soil that is well-drained. A blend of peat and pine bark, with possibly 10% sand thrown in for good measure. Because of the fluoride issues that might develop on Dracaenas, it is best not to apply perlite to them. Fluoride may be seen on Dracaenas as brown tips or burns on the leaves. Fluoride is beneficial to human teeth, but it is detrimental to Dracaenas.

It is suggested to let tap water rest for 24 hours before using it to enable contaminants to disperse and for the water to taste better. Better yet, hydrate your Dracaena using purified water or rainwater to ensure that it thrives. It is preferable to stay away from extremes of either wetness or dryness. Your chances of success with this green dracaena are substantially higher if you keep it dry.

Janet Craig is a fantastic candidate for self-watering indoor plants because of her unique personality. Allow the soil to dry between one-third and one-half of the way down before watering. Do not allow your plants to sit in water for long periods of time. Check to see that the pot has a drainage hole.

 

Water the ornamental container well and remove any surplus water from the saucer or the bottom of the container. If the plant is not overly nourished, it will be able to withstand prolonged periods of drought.

While we’re on the subject of watering, let’s have a look at the roots. Dracaena Janet Craig and Dracaena Warneckii are related species with very identical root systems. The main root and the finer secondary roots are the two types of roots.

If you want to keep a healthy, vigorous plant, make sure that the fine secondary roots are in excellent condition. If there are difficulties with the secondary roots, the quality of the plant will deteriorate fast.

Plant’s Pruning and Grooming

Over time, dust will accumulate on the leaves; using a feather duster on a regular basis can assist in maintaining the foliage clean. With scissors, shape the brown tops and edges of the leaves into a natural curve.

Fertilizing Instructions

Dracaena Janet Craig, like the majority of Dracaenas produced commercially, is sensitive to fluoride, and it is no exception. The use of fertilizers inside, in general, increases the likelihood of salt-related harm. Fertilizers leave salts in the soil once they are applied.

The salts are taken up by the roots and transported to the leaves. Eventually, the accumulation of these “salts” causes the salt levels in the leaf tips to become excessive, causing the leaf tissues to burn and the leaf tips to become brown.

Dracaenas are grown with the use of specialized fertilizers. I would suggest that you not fertilize your Dracaenas unless you are using the proper plant food and have a thorough understanding of the plant.

Pests and Diseases Problem

Janet Craig is home to a small number of insect pests. Look for scale on plants inside, and mealybugs on Dracaena (as seen in the photograph) are a concern on rare occasions. Mealybugs are distinguished by their white, cottony bulk, which may move slowly when disturbed.

If you’re experiencing problems with insects or pests on your Dracaenas or other houseplants, take some time to learn about pest management principles by visiting their website. Root rot may occur as a result of over irrigation.