Corn Plant (Dracaena fragrans) Blooming: What to Do

A reader asked what to do when a corn plant blooms and how long the odor lasts.

Flower Management

• Flowers last 1–2 weeks; odor persists while flowers are present.
• If you like the flowers/odor, leave them until they brown and dry.
• Otherwise, prune off the flower stalk at the base anytime—it won't harm the plant.

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Expert advice from Will Creed, Interior Landscaper, Horticultural Help, NYC.