Golden Heart Corn Plant has large, strap-like leaves variegated with green and yellow. It tolerates a wide range of light conditions from bright indirect to low light. Grows to 10-12 feet.
One of the newer varieties of Dracaena, 'Golden Heart' has wide, upright foliage with yellow stripes. Over time, it will grow as tall as 6' and develop a thick, woody trunk. Definitely a recommendation for a beginner, these plants can tolerate somewhat long periods without water and can tolerate a bit of overwatering, too. While it can grow in fairly dark areas, 'Golden Heart' prefers slightly brighter spots (think eastern exposure). If grown in less than ideal light levels, the colors will appear muted and duller than expected.
Usually, watering approximately once a week is adequate. Dracaena benefits from a light misting two or three times per week when a air is dry, especially during a winter. Misting also helps to keep a foliage clean and free of dust.
As with most houseplants, they will benefit from an occasional feed during the growing season. An organic, balanced, liquid fertilizer once a month during spring and summer is recommended.
Dead or dying sections of the plant can encourage pest infestation or disease. Removing these not only makes your houseplant look better, but reduces the risk of further problems down the line.
Here’s a handy guideline: increase pot size by 2.5-5 cm (1 to 2 inches) in diameter for plants that are growing in pots 25.4 cm (10 inches) in diameter or less. For larger plants, those growing in pots greater than 10 inches in diameter, increase the pot size by 5 or 7.62 cm (2 or 3 inches) in diameter.
