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Why Are The Tips of My Dracaena Lisa's Leaves Browning and Dry?
The Dracaena Lisa is an elegant hero of the indoor plant world. Its statuesque height and textural foliage belie how truly low-maintenance it is, tolerating varied light and a relaxed watering routine. Still, browning leaf tips can happen to any plant, even the laid-back Lisa, and they're easily resolved. Here's why and how to fix them.
At Léon & George, our master gardeners have spent nearly a decade growing premium plants and helping thousands of plant parents nationwide, so the guidance here comes straight from hands-on experience.
Not Enough Humidity
The Dracaena Lisa is native to tropical Southeast Africa, where it enjoys high humidity. Those levels are tough to recreate at home, and low humidity is the most common cause of drying, brown tips and edges. Mist your Lisa up to three times a week, and make sure it isn't placed too close to vents, AC units, heaters, or frequently opened doors that emit dry air.
How to Fix Brown, Dry Tips
Rehab your Lisa's leaf tips by trimming the brown edges and tips off with clean, sharp scissors, following the natural taper of the leaf so it still looks neat. Then address the underlying humidity issue with regular misting or a humidifier.
Watering Check
While dry air is the usual culprit, also make sure you're watering correctly: the Lisa likes the top couple inches of soil to dry between waterings. Underwatering can compound brown tips, so check the soil and water thoroughly when it's dry. With steady humidity and watering, new growth will be lush and green.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Dracaena Lisa have brown tips?
Brown, crispy tips on a Dracaena Lisa are most often caused by low humidity, and sometimes by underwatering. Mist regularly, keep it away from vents, and water when the topsoil is dry.
How do I increase humidity for a Dracaena Lisa?
Mist up to three times a week, use a pebble tray or humidifier, and keep the plant away from AC units, heaters, and drafty doorways.
Should I trim brown tips off my Dracaena Lisa?
Yes, trim the brown tips with clean scissors following the leaf's natural taper. Fixing the humidity and watering will prevent new browning.
How often should I water a Dracaena Lisa?
Water when the top couple inches of soil are dry. The Lisa is low-key about watering and prefers to dry out a bit between drinks rather than staying constantly moist.