Aglaonema vs Dracaena Marginata
Side-by-side comparison.
| Aglaonema | Dracaena Marginata | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Beginner |
| Light | Low to bright indirect light; avoid direct sun | Bright indirect light, tolerates low light |
| Water | Water when top inch of soil is dry, about every 7-10 days | Allow top 2-3 inches to dry, then water thoroughly (~every 1-2 weeks) |
| Humidity | 40-60% | 40-50% (average household), appreciates higher |
| Mature size | 2-4 ft tall and wide indoors | 3-6 ft (0.9-1.8 m) indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Toxic to cats and dogs | Toxic to cats & dogs |