{"product_id":"pink-dragon-african-mask-plant-alocasia-baginda-pink-dragon","title":"Pink Dragon African Mask Plant - Alocasia baginda 'Pink Dragon'","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Dragon African Mask Plant (\u003cem\u003eAlocasia baginda\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pink Dragon') is a compact tropical foliage plant with dark, arrow-shaped leaves, contrasting silver-white veins and pale pink stems. It grows to about 50cm high and wide, which suits a pot on a table or shelf. The leaves stand proud of the pot on long, slender stems, giving it an upright, architectural shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDramatic leaf pattern.\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-white veins stand out against dark green, arrow-shaped leaves, so the plant has presence without any flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePale pink stems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender stems in soft pink lift the leaves above the pot and add a second colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 50cm high and wide it fits a shelf, console table or modest pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is suited to growing indoors in containers, where you can control light, water and drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical underplanting.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost-free tropical gardens it also works beneath larger plants in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors in pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it plenty of filtered or indirect light in a pot with good drainage. A bright room away from direct sun is ideal, and a daily spritz helps in dry, air-conditioned homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded tropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a frost-free, shady spot, plant 50cm apart as an underplanting beneath palms and shrubs for a lush ground layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pink Dragon African Mask Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A shaded, frost-free position with filtered light or indirect sun. Outdoors it suits tropical and subtropical gardens only. In cooler climates, grow it as an indoor plant and protect it from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil or a quality potting mix. Check that pots have good drainage holes, because soggy roots are the main way to lose an alocasia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly for the first 12 weeks, then give regular light waterings. Apply liquid fertiliser at half strength every four weeks while it is growing. Foliage may die back in cooler months as the plant goes dormant, so ease off feeding and heavy watering until new leaves appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and repotting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old leaves to tidy the plant. Repot in spring only if it is rootbound, and use that time to separate any young shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Pink Dragon African Mask Plant as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives small, with a few leaves, and the silver-white veining and pink stems become more striking as it grows. Pot it into a container with good drainage and keep it in bright, indirect light to settle in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/elephant-ear-plant-care\"\u003eElephant ear plants in Australia: varieties and care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eIndoor exotic plants guide: growing tropical foliage at home\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/elephant-ears\"\u003eBrowse elephant ears and alocasias\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eMore indoor plants for the home\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves dying back in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlocasias go dormant in the cooler months and may lose foliage. This is normal. Ease off feeding and heavy watering, and the plant will push out new leaves when the weather warms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in a shaded, frost-free spot, which means tropical and subtropical gardens. Elsewhere, keep it in a pot indoors in bright, indirect light and protect it from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Alocasias are toxic if eaten and the sap can irritate. Keep it out of reach of pets and children, and wash your hands after handling the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67787162583359,"sku":"ALO-BAG-PINKDR-tube","price":18.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/pink-dragon-african-mask-plant-alocasia-baginda-pink-dragon.jpg?v=1792149242","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/pink-dragon-african-mask-plant-alocasia-baginda-pink-dragon","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}