There could be one or more of several reasons why the leaves are turning brown: make sure when watering (about once every 7 days) that the soil feels dry down to the first knuckle before watering again and that the water drains out without allowing the plant to sit in water (if there is a saucer under the plant and it is sitting in the water after watering, then this may lead to root rot); feed with a slow-release or organic fertilizer formulated for container plants; the potting soil should be a well-draining commercial potting soil or cactus potting soil (sterile and well-draining); needs bright, indirect light. Finally, if the leaves continue to brown, suggest you switch to steam iron water – many houseplants come from the rainforest and are sensitive to the salts in tap water. There could also be some disease issues. Here’s more info: http://www.hgtv.com/landscaping/qa-leaf-spots-on-dracaena/index.html
Hi..can I cut the top of the dracaena off? It is heavily infested in spite several sprays. It looks unhealthy and hoping to save those less damaged.
Can I cut down the “trunk” of the draw Xenia to remove the badly invested leaves on top? They have resisted treatments. Hoping to save the restive the plant. If sobhowcfarcdown should I cut it?
Thanks!