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Dracaena Compacta 4 ft tall Extra Large Mid-Century

$509

Pot style:

Mid-Century

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45-day Guarantee

Living plants need time to adapt to changing conditions. If your plant doesn't settle in comfortably within the first 45 days, we'll replace it.

Made to Order

Each and every order is hand-selected, inspected for health, treated for insects, pruned, cleaned and staged in your choice of planter.

Green Shipping

Experience our custom-designed packaging, crafted for the safe and sustainable transit of your plants. Shipped via FedEx, UPS, and USPS, we ensure expedited delivery with package tracking, arriving in just 1 to 6 days. At checkout, customize your delivery by selecting a preferred shipping date to suit your schedule. Our packaging is innovatively designed to secure your plant and planter, minimizing soil displacement and guaranteeing your new green addition arrives in immaculate condition. Dedicated to environmental stewardship, our packagings are 99% recyclable, striving towards a greener delivery process.

Plant Details & Size

Compacta are currently smaller than pictured, with three plants instead of four - Reminiscent of the fantastical truffula trees from Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, this sprightly and structural plant is a compact variety from the Dragon Tree family. As a slow grower, this tree is perfect for those looking for a taller house plant to style up smaller spaces.

  • Approximately 3.5 feet in overall height, from bottom of pot to top leaf
  • Botanical name: Dracaena fragrans ‘Janet Craig’
  • Native to Southeast Africa
  • Live, fully grown, healthy plant · Grown in the USA

*Please note that plants are grown naturally and can vary in height ± 10%. If you're looking for a specific height, please reach out and we'd be happy to help.

Is This the Right Plant for You?

Also known as the ‘Janet Craig’ this Dracaena was named after the daughter of a Philadelphia plant nurseryman. It is the slowest growing of the Dracaena family and on rare occasions will flower.

Difficulty: Expert

The Dracaena Compacta requires a special touch and is not recommended for absolute beginners

Pets

Careful with pets.
The plant may cause mild irritation if ingested.

Light

Prefers medium light · View Light Guide

Pot Design & Size

Construction and details

Meticulously hand-crafted ceramic cylinders, designed specifically for your plants to thrive. Wood stands are handcrafted from reclaimed wood and finished with natural oil.

Plants remain in their plastic grow containers which are placed inside the waterproof ceramic pots, and slightly elevated on foam blocks.

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Care Essentials

Light

Prefers medium light · View Light Guide

Water

1 cup of water when soil is dry, avoid over-watering

Care Guide

Find more information in the complete care guide for the Dracaena Compacta.

MIDCENTURY MODERN ELEGANCE

Our Mid-Century collection pairs high-fire ceramic pots with reclaimed wood stands, offering a nod to classic design with a focus on sustainability. Teak is used for light and dark stands, while black stands feature durable mahogany, underscoring our commitment to sophisticated indoor gardening and environmental responsibility. Designed and engineered with form and function in mind, these pieces are perfectly sized, water sealed, surface safe, and made from non-toxic materials.

What's included

When you purchase a plant from Léon & George, each order is prepared with the utmost care and service:

  • Sourced from top California growers
  • Hand-selected for health, shape and beauty
  • Cleaned and shined with our own all-natural soaps
  • Trimmed and pruned for blemishes
  • Inspected and treated with systemic bug protection
  • Soil is topped with preserved forest moss or pebbles for a refined finished touch
  • Carefully wrapped, packed and sealed for their journey to you

When ordered with a ceramic pot, your set comes pre-assembled with our staging method for optimal airflow and drainage. This method ensures long-term comfort and care of your plant, repotting is not recommended.

Renée - Plant stylist at Léon & george
Renée Plant Stylist at Léon & George

Designers love the Dracaena Compacta for its laddered levels of foliage. It's a perfect way to add dimension and texture to a space, and as it grows taller over time, introduces a unique and compact shape to any space.

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45 days included, extendable to 12 months
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customer reviews for the Dracaena Compacta

Clean, as advertised

Beautiful “turn key” plant. Grown to spec and as advertised

Jabin J.

Verified Buyer

May 03, 2024

Sacramento, CA

I love it….. hopefully I won’t over water it

I’d love to have more!

robert R.

Verified Buyer

January 09, 2024

Cathedral City, CA

Quality

I was shocked by how carefully packaged and well looked after reach of my plants arrived. They are all beautiful and thriving! Thank you! Worth every penny.

crystal j.

Verified Buyer

March 08, 2023

Easley, SC

Gianluca P.

Verified Buyer

January 14, 2023

Green Brook Township, NJ

Great delivery - easy to get setup

Awesome! Very happy!

Edward H.

Verified Buyer

October 01, 2022

Daniel Island, SC

Featured Questions

Are Dracaena Compactas toxic or poisonous to humans or pets?

The Dracaena Compacta is considered to be toxic, and care should be taken around pets. Consumption can result in illness.

Do Dracaena Compactas need sunlight?

Dracaena Compactas require bright to medium indirect sunlight to grow their best.

Do Dracaena Compactas purify the air?

Dracaena Compactas are powerful air purifiers, and remove formaldehyde, xylene and nitrogen oxides from the air while also converting carbon dioxide into oxygen. 

How big can a Dracaena Compacta grow?

The sky’s the limit! Dracaena Compactas can grow up to six feet tall indoors.

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