Taking care of dracaena, Dracaena spp., a popular genus of tropical houseplants, includes occasional pruning and pruning provides an opportunity for propagation. Dracaena grow as canes or tall stems ...

Indoor plants often become leggy, or "stretched out," if they aren't getting enough light. Many times, this can be corrected by cutting back the plant and relocating it to a brighter setting. You can ...

Propagating houseplants in water is a straightforward, low-waste, and rewarding method to expand your indoor garden. This technique, known as vegetative propagation, involves rooting plant cuttings in ...

If you've never tried to propagate houseplants, the snake plant may be the best option for a beginner. It's especially true if you use this easy, expert method.

Dracaena plants are popular houseplants because they offer a tropical appearance with low-maintenance care requirements, and ...

If you want a houseplant that resembles a tree without being the size of one, there are manageable options. This one might ...

Understanding how to divide snake plants (Dracaena spp.) without harming their roots starts with considering why roots matter in the first place. Roots store energy, which can help plant divisions ...

Ms. Tsui is the author of “American Chinatown” and “Why We Swim.” In photographs displayed at my grandfather’s funeral last month, the plant is there: a splendid, eight-foot dracaena, holding court ...