Saving a Sentimental Dracaena Warneckii: Propagation and Rejuvenation

Root the Broken Top

1. Buy rooting hormone (Lowe's, Home Depot, garden section).
2. Dip cut end, plant in soil next to mother plant.
3. Firm soil, treat as rooted plant.
4. Water only after 3–4 days of dryness; never let sit in drainage water.

Rejuvenate the Mother Plant

• Cut remaining top off and root it the same way.
• Cut main stem down to 4–6 inches—it will sprout a whole new crown from existing roots.
• Do not repot; dracaenas prefer being root-bound.
• When repotting eventually, increase pot diameter by only 2 inches.

Why It Lost Lower Leaves

Chronic overwatering. Let soil dry thoroughly between waterings.