All our shipments contain care instructions, but we are frequently asked by visitors to our website about lucky bamboo care. In response, we've compiled a list of care instructions for the various plants we offer. If you have a special concern, please check out our Frequently Asked Questions which contain answers to actual questions we've received from customers via email.

Lucky Bamboo
Dracaena sanderiana
Lucky bamboo is happy to grow without soil in a few inches of water. It prefers moderate or indirect light; avoid direct sun which will scorch the leaves. Temperatures should be between 65–95° F. Fresh, clean water is essential to maintain the plants and the roots should always be wet or moist. Replenish the vase with fresh water every 7–10 days. Feeding every 3–4 weeks with liquid Green Green fertilizer is sufficient. There is more detailed information on our Lucky Bamboo Care Sheet (PDF) including information on towers and other tied arrangements.

Lotus Bamboo
Dracaena compacta
Lotus bamboo is also known as rose bamboo or flower bamboo. It is so named because its leaf bracts resemble lotus flowers. Maintain the stems in a vase with 2 inches of clean water and a few drops of Green Green fertilizer. Care for lotus bamboo is very similar to lucky bamboo except that it likes slightly more light and fertilizer. There is more detailed information on our Lotus Bamboo Care Sheet (PDF).

Water for Lucky Bamboo and Lotus Bamboo
Tap water is sufficient if chlorine levels are low. It is best if you leave a pitcher of tap water sitting out overnight to let the chlorine evaporate before watering your plant the next day. Unfortunately, fluoride does not evaporate and it is toxic to Dracaena plants. If fluoride levels are high in your tap water, it is recommended that you use a non-fluoridated water source such as bottled water.

Money Trees
Pachira aquatica
Money trees are fast growing plants. Please keep money trees indoors in a well lit area. Brief sunlight exposure and light watering will keep the plants healthy. Let the plant dry out completely before each watering as too much water can cause the roots to rot. Money trees rarely need watering more than once a week and in winter you may need to wait 2-3 weeks. Test dryness by inserting your finger in the soil; if it’s still damp, don’t water yet. Old or damaged leaves may be cut off and new ones will grow soon. There is more detailed information on our Money Tree Care Sheet (PDF).