Dracaena Compacta
Dracaena Compacta
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| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Dracaena Compacta highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
Growing Zones all zones indoors
Stylish Dracaena Compacta Adds Dramatic Visual Interest
- Moderate to Bright Light Houseplant
- Exquisite Variety of Popular Genus
- Natural Dwarf Stays Compact and Charming
- Filters Your Indoor Air
For a dramatic flair, you can’t beat the Dracena Compacta. A small scale version of the wonderful “Dragon Tree”, the Compacta has a thick green stem and a rosette of 2 - 4 inch leaves.
When happy, a Dracena Compacta tree can produce several canes with rosettes, although the rate of growth is slow. This plant makes a wonderfully chic visual presentation. It can amplify many different decor styles.
You’ll want to know going into this relationship that Dracena can be a bit of a diva. It has specific requirements for light and water. While it will technically “live” in conditions that aren’t optimal, it won’t look its best.
This is a plant that likes bright, indirect light. Give it a spot near the window, but filtered a bit behind a curtain.
You’ll want to rotate the pot a quarter turn every day to ensure all leaves receive the same amount of light. Otherwise, you’ll start seeing brown tips on the far leaves. It takes no time at all to provide this small service.
Water regularly - but lightly - to ensure the soil remains barely moist, but never wet. Use a pebble tray to ensure the Dracena Compacta doesn’t sit in standing water. In winter, the water requirements go down a bit, but please don’t ever let your Dracena dry out completely.
Keep a spray bottle nearby, or use a diffuser to keep humidity high. Yes, this is a houseplant to baby, but its good looks will make it worth it. You can also try this variety in a terrarium to cut down on maintenance a bit.
As your plant ages, consider pruning the tips off the new growth in spring. It can develop additional rosettes at the pruning cuts.
You may be rewarded with a honey scented bloom that lasts for weeks. What a treat! This special little plant will be a prized member of your Dracena collection. Order yours today!
