Dracaena Marginata vs ZZ Plant
Side-by-side comparison.
| Dracaena Marginata | ZZ Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Beginner |
| Light | Bright indirect light, tolerates low light | Low to bright indirect light; tolerates low light |
| Water | Allow top 2-3 inches to dry, then water thoroughly (~every 1-2 weeks) | Allow soil to dry completely between waterings, about every 2-3 weeks |
| Humidity | 40-50% (average household), appreciates higher | 30-50% (average household) |
| Mature size | 3-6 ft (0.9-1.8 m) indoors | 2-4 ft (60-120 cm) indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Toxic to cats & dogs | Toxic to cats and dogs |