One of the most popular houseplants are cultivars of the Dracaena plant. Dracaenas are not only gorgeous, they also tend to be easy to maintain.
The “Lemon Lime” version of this plant has dramatic sword-shaped leaves that feature edges of neon yellow contrasting with bright green centers.
These plants like bright, indirectly light. While it will tolerate lower light, the plant might become leggy and the colors will not be as vibrant. Never place a Dracaena in direct sunlight. It’s ironic since the plant’s name is derived from the Greek for “female dragon,” but this plant’s leaves will actually burn in direct sunlight.
Dracaenas also require less water than most indoor plants. Mist their leaves, keep the soil slightly moist but also make sure it has good drainage (Dracaenas hate soggy soil as it can create root rot). A good rule of thumb? Let the top couple of inches of soil dry out before watering.
Dracaenas are sensitive to temperature, preferring it to be about 65-78 degrees during the day and no colder than 55 degrees at night.