There are certain growing conditions your lucky bamboo needs to be healthy, such as proper light, water, potting media, fertiliser, and temperature. When it comes to light, lucky bamboo prefers bright, filtered sunlight, such as what is found under a rainforest canopy. Avoid direct sunlight as it will scorch the leaves. They are more tolerant of too little light than too much. If the plant begins to stretch, however, or the green fades, provide more light.

Lucky bamboo can grow indefinitely in a simple vase filled with pebbles (for support) and at least an inch of. However, they are very sensitive to chlorine and other chemicals commonly found in tap water. Water your lucky bamboo only with bottled or distilled water, or tap water that has been left out for 24 hours to allow the chlorine to evaporate. Healthy lucky bamboo roots are red, so don't be alarmed in a glass vase if you can see red roots. Finally, good hygiene recommends that you change the water weekly.

In addition to water, lucky bamboo can be grown in a well-drained, rich potting soil. The soil should be kept moist, but not soaking. Water as you would any Dracaena species. Plants grown in water will only need to be fed every other month or so, using a very weak liquid fertiliser. A single drop of liquid fertiliser is plenty for most lucky bamboo arrangements. Alternatively, speciality lucky bamboo fertilisers are available.

As you may expect with bamboo, this plant prefers warmer temperatures of between 65 F and 90 F. Do not place the plants in front of air conditioning or heating vents, or by a drafty window.

Lucky bamboo leaves are mildly toxic, so they should not be kept in a place where pets or children are likely to snack on them.