Rejuvenating a 1964 Massangeana Cane

Restarting a Leggy 50-Year-Old Dracaena

Massangeana cane from 1964 NY World's Fair has 5-6 ft bare stems with leaves only at top. In 24-inch pot 6-10 years. Water every 3 weeks, fertilize 2-3x/year.

Renewal Method

• Can't force leaves on bare cane.
• Cut top off at desired height; mother sends new shoot below cut.
• Root top cutting: strip most leaves, let end callous 2 days, plant in moist soil. Water when dry.
• Process slow in winter; be patient.