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Mass Cane (Dracaena) Repotting: Container Size & Soil Mix

Plant Massangeana cane ~1 year, really grown. 12" pot now, have 15.5" pot. Plan: gravel bottom, Miracle-Gro moisture control + cactus/palm/citrus soil. Brown pot in pic. Help?

Expert Advice

Container fine—canes grow well cramped. 2" gravel ok. Keep misted for spider mites, water when drainage holes dry. Any good potting mix works—don't spend extra on Miracle-Gro mix.

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