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Janet Craig Carmen

(11 customer reviews)

$52.00$136.00

Looking for a little twist on the Janet Craig?  The Janet Craig ‘Carmen’ is for you!  It’s got all the low-maintenance and oxygen-producing characteristics of a (regular) Janet Craig with some very interesting yellow variegation on the margins of its leaves.  Also known as a “JC Carmen”, it’s another versatile member of the Dracanea genus (Dracaena deremensis, to be specific), and, like its close relatives the Lisa Cane, Reflexa, and Marginata, it can thrive in inside with very little care and can be sustained in the lowest of indoor light.  We are offering the Janet Craig Carmen in 10″ and 14″ pot sizes in the ‘bush’ form.

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Description

The Janet Craig Carmen will survive in low light, but thrives in moderate- and high-light spaces.  If you can get it in good light, you can get it and (nearly) forget it. You may also want to check out the Janet Craig and the Janet Craig Limelight as well. Here are some tips to keep it growing:

Watering – Like other members of the Dracaena family, it prefers its rootzone on the dry side; so make sure the soil dries out between waterings.   See our watering guide for more information.

Light – It’s  a Dracaena, with large green leaves for capturing the slightest bit of light, and likely our most low-light plant offering.  It will, however, do better and last longer with at least moderate light.  If you selected a plant with more variegation, like a Carmen or Lime Light, it will require a little more light than the all-green-leaf Janet Craig, which obviously has a bit more chlorophyll for photosynthesis.  Like other shade-grown foliage plants, do not expose this plant to direct sunlight or it will burn the leaves very quickly.

Nutrition – The Janet Craig will not need to be fed during the first 6 months after it has shipped. During this time, it will use the residual nutrients from nursery production. After 6 months, it can be fed quarterly with a complete fertilizer formulated for interior plants. Please refer to our nutrient guide for details.

Cleaning – This plant, with its long, strap-like leaves, is easy to clean – that that’s a good thing since those large leaves tend to attract some dust.  Simply wiping the leaves with a wet cloth usually does the trick. For spots where something else (besides dust) has landed on your plant, use a mild soapy solution to wet the cloth; then wipe. This will restore the luster to your plant.

Pruning – Don’t. Unless your plant is not meeting the dimensions of its intended space, you will not need to prune this plant. Older leaves, though, may yellow, and they can be pruned or snapped off. Brown tips can be trimmed off to the contour of the leaf. See our pruning guide for details.

Bugs – The biggest threat for the Janet Craig is Mealybugs and they can be pesky – so, keep it clean.  Look for the little white cottony bugs at the base of the leaves.  If you see them, break out the spray bottle with a light soap solution and spray them daily ’til they’re gone.

Trouble – Aside from the mealybug threat, minor leaf spots and old age will be your biggest worry with the Janet Craig.

  • Leaf spots – Spots on the leaves may be a natural imperfection from production. If your new Lisa has a few spots, don’t sweat it – it’s Mother Nature’s way of letting you know it’s a real, live plant. Over time, leaf spots, especially on the margins, can develop from a build-up of fluoride in the leaves from water sources treated with fluoride – like almost everywhere that water comes from a treatment plant. If you can water with rain water from your garden, have at it; otherwise, be on the lookout for discolored margins over a very long period of time.  When older leaves become unsightly, just remove them.
  • Yellow and brown leaves – Old leaves may turn yellow and begin to brown. These should be removed.

Additional information

Weight 30 lbs
Dimensions 13 × 13 × 54 in
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11 reviews for Janet Craig Carmen

4.1
Based on 11 reviews
  1. Silvia (verified owner)

  2. Anonymous (verified owner)

    The plant is absolutely gorgeous! It was packaged extremely well

    • Sue Waltzer (store manager)

      Thanks for letting us know and we’re so glad to hear you’re happy with it!

  3. Gwendolyn Bryant (verified owner)

    Beautiful plant. Hard to remove soil that was spilled in between the bottom of the leaves. Plant must had been tipped over during transport.

    • Sue Waltzer (store manager)

      It sounds like it didn’t travel ‘this end up’ like we request so try to use a blow dryer on cool setting or leaf blower to remove the soil. A straw blown in the area can also get it out. We’re so sorry for the inconvenience.
      Thanks,
      Sue

  4. judy g. (verified owner)

    they were out of stock

  5. James Eagar (verified owner)

  6. Valaida W. (verified owner)

    Just a gorgeous, healthy plant! The Carmen has already adapted to its new environment and is growing like crazy! I love this company.

    • Sue Waltzer (store manager)

      So glad you love this one!
      Thanks,
      Sue

  7. Sue Mayglothling (verified owner)

  8. Mark Mayglothling (verified owner)

    The JC Carmen was received damaged. A great deal of the soil was displaced from the grow pot and as a result the roots of the plant came out of the soil. I took pictures of the plant and sent them to Sue who authorized a replacement plant which is now on its way to me. I have to tell you that Sue has been a tremendous resource for me when deciding what plants to purchase. I have so far purchased 5 plants from your company and she is at least 50% of the reason. The customer service she has provided has been outstanding. I don’t think I would have purchased the number of plants that I have if it was not for the support and advice she has given me. She is an outstanding employee and you are lucky to have her.

    • Sue Waltzer (store manager)

      We’re so sorry about the damaged plant! It doesn’t happen very often but we do get an occasional upside down plant delivered! Thanks for trying to revive it and it looks like the replacement is due to arrive today!
      Thank you as well for the very nice comments!
      Sue

  9. Anonymous (verified owner)

  10. Michael Eaton (verified owner)

  11. Ilona (verified owner)

    I’m so happy with my order and customer service! Loved the detailed and easy instructions for how for plant acclimation and care!

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